Sax Stats

By reviewing saxophones in a standard way we are able to compare and contrast the development of styles, features and weights over time. Hopefully you will find this informative and useful. We’ll also be looking at the installed base of instruments by maker over time through studying serial number lists.

See our analysis of saxophone weights here.

3 Responses

  1. Cathy Smillie, on November 8, 2015 at 4:15 am said:

    My Martin Handcraft Indiana Low pitch (serial # 57371) weights a little over 5 lbs does that mean it is a Baritone? I bought this instrument today and know nothing about it. The finish appears to be brass coated with a lacquer on it. I would appreciate any info. Thanks,
    Cathy

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  2. Martin, on September 25, 2016 at 3:06 pm said:

    Hi Cathy
    Sorry for the late supply. My diagram shows kilograms. At 5lds you saxophone is almost certainly an alto.
    Best Wishes
    Martin

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  3. hugh shumaker, on September 28, 2019 at 1:18 pm said:

    I have a Lyon Healy vintage I sure serial 14407 A in front L at end … help what do I have

    Reply

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