1988 saw the initial idea for a saxophone from Trevor James, following great popularity from their flutes. The aim was to produce an instrument that was free blowing, had plenty of character and a well designed instrument constructed to great standards. This is a 25 year anniversary of the original, which keeps much of the same design and adds some visual and performance "twists".
The '88 saxophone has many innovative features. A new 4 point brace system has been made to give optimum strength and rigidity to vulnerable areas of the saxophone. The crook on the TJ sax has been rifled to produce a better airflow through the instrument. This in turn produces a bigger and bolder sound. To celebrate UK manufacture, the Union Jack has been added to the octave key.
The '88 saxophone has been finished in a champagne frosted finish which is made in a different manner to most lacquer finishes. The finish is a water based coat which, once baked, hardens to create a frosted finish.
