Description
Trevor James's pro line of saxophones, optimised for jazz players
The Signature Custom Raw has established Trevor James as one of the World's finest saxophone makers. It features an unlacquered finish and an enlarged bell offering a bigger broader sound.
Description
Designed under the supervision of Trevor James' head technician Dave Farley at their UK headquarters, the Signature Custom range is a great option for a vintage inspired tenor saxophone. Solid and robust, spanning from the huge, booming vintage tone of the Raw to the more modern, focused sound of the Bronze, Gold and Silver.
This Raw model features an enlarged bell to encourage a bigger broader sound and other new refinements such as double arms on the low C and C# keys.
Rather than having the usual treatment of polishing and buffing the brass, it is left raw and simply dip cleaned. It is unlacquered so the finish will mature with oxidisation. TJ advise that you don't polish it.
As a relatively new model, many players arrive at our stores without the Sig. Custom on their list....but after extensive testing take one home with them, it really is that good!
Features
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Raw unlacquered
• Key Touches: Mother of Pearl
• Neck: Signature Custom neck
• Engraving: Engraved bow and bell
• Case: Trevor James rectangular ABS case
• Mouthpiece: None
• Made in: Taiwanese components - Finished & Set up in Lenham, UK
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: All standards including professionals, especially those playing jazz, soul, rock & funk
Reviews
I love the Raw to bits! It certainly goes up to 11! The dynamic range is amazing, the choice of tones you can get is endless: anything from a mellow Paul Desmond to an edgy Maceo tone. It is truly the Mother of all Saxophones! Tony 'Rico' Richardson
I have just had a good blow on both alto and tenor versions of the Raw Brass model and can't believe how dynamic and expressive the sound is! There is a much greater texture and open-ness over and above the regular polished and lacquered finishes, and I think that Trevor James have discovered a formula that will speak volumes to many a jazz player! Jim - SAX
Delivery & Returns
UK mainland
Free delivery over £100
Enjoy free delivery on all orders over £100 to mainland UK addresses.
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Returns
14 days to return
Online purchases can be returned within 14 days of receipt. Exclusions apply to:
- Custom-ordered goods
- Products with broken hygiene seals, including reeds and mouthpieces
- Digital download codes and software licences
Online purchases cannot be returned to our retail stores.
The SAX workshop promise
Expertly set up.
Ready to play.
Free 42-point professional set-up
Every saxophone is checked and set up by our experienced technicians before it leaves us. From your first instrument to your next professional horn, you receive the same specialist care — at no extra cost.
Every new saxophone also includes a free checkover within one year of purchase. Bring it back to us to keep it playing at its best.
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