Alto vs Tenor Saxophone: The Sound Comparison!

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In this video, Jeremy gives a demonstration of the alto and tenor saxophone so you can compare the tone and sound of the two instruments. This is especially helpful if you're a beginner on the saxophone and aren't sure which one you'd prefer starting on!

If you're looking for a bit more background information on the two instruments and the differences between them (price, weight, availability, difficulty, etc.) then check out "Alto or Tenor Sax: Deciding the Best Beginner Saxophone!" from the link above.

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Tenor sax is like the guy she tells you not to worry about.

SaveOurSamples
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Not going to lie, he makes both sound amazing and he’s a legend for responding to comments 3 months later... Thanks man keep it up!

denther
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It's nice to hear just the saxophone playing again. My daughter, back when she was in school was in Jazz band, played tenor sax. Went on to marching band in high school. I love the sound of the tenor sax, always have. But now, it's nostalgic for me. I miss hearing her practice down the hall. (She was a singer too.. miss all the music she provided the house.) Thanks for playing. ~Empty Nest Mama

missryanswers
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That was some beautiful playing, i used to have someone in my neighborhood play sax late at night, never knew who it was or why they dont anymore. But now i think id like to be the new mysterious saxophonist

ricpad
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I think they both have their uses! The alto had a very warm, sweeter mid-ranged based sound, while the tenor had more treble, was brighter, and, if this makes any sense, had a bit more of a bite to it! Both sound amazing, I guess it just depends on what serves the song best...

craytonbuchanan
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Been playing guitar for almost 20 years, but I am by no means a pro or even pro trained. Lately, when I hear the sax it almost brings a tear to my eye. I have no explanation for this, but I feel like I need to try it out. I am still not sure what kind to start on, but your video really clarifies the sounds. Thank you very much! 😀🙏

kreagan
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A very helpful comparison for the tone. Alto sounds more like brass section and tenor sound more reedy

ssslayer
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The tenor has a more refined sound. I love all saxophones but the tenor is my favorite

michaelkosak
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Alto sounds like that “nice guy always happy and polite” Tenor sounds like “that cool tough guy every girl is looking at even if she is walking with her husband”

fthprodphoto-video
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Thank you so much for demonstrating the difference between the Alto SAX sound and the Tenor's.

waramni
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Alto sounds clear, direct, warm, smooth, youthful, eager.
Tenor sounds like it's been doing that for 50 years and calls you son.

mojo
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Never thought I'd say this as an ex-brass player but the alto sounded so damn smooth compared to the tenor. Surprisingly preferred it

Liz
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I prefer the alto saxophone, but I prefer the lower notes on the alto more than the higher notes. Also the kind of music I listen to is more suited for the tenor saxophone, but despite that I still prefer the alto saxophone. I prefer the size of the alto saxophone as well, as it is closer to what I think of a saxophone.

c.syde
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Hey everyone, do you have have any questions about starting the saxophone? Make sure to leave them in the comments section below!

SaxTuition
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You are a great saxophonist. I love your Alto Sax sound! At the end of the day it comes down to your natural fit. Try both of them & pick the one that you can express on and sound like you want to sound. For me, the Tenor Sax is a more natural fit. But I love hearing a great Alto sound by players like yourself.

michaelalexander
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Thank you for that, I was undecided on which sax to start with, but I prefer the sound of the tenor sax.

dhatchbernier
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I must be the only person on Youtube that just prefers the timbre of the Alto sax over Tenor. I notice a VERY strong preference for the latter on forums etc. Maybe it's just years of Parker and Cannonball has informed my ear that's just what I view as the perfect sax 'sound' but man I just love something about alto. Muffled isn't the right word but the sound on alto is more 'bunched up' than the tenor's blowy openness. I'm sure that can be affected by mpc/reed strength etc. though. Really interesting to hear them side by side.

xxczerxx
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Thank you! That’s just what I was wanting to HEAR more than “know”! 👍

kristindowner
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Tenor in my opinion is better for slow more pronounced songs. Alto is better for faster and scale heavy. Like Billie H for Tenor and Ella for Alto.

Forgemno
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I have alto, but I want tenor saxophone 🎷❤️

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