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Today I purchased what is the finest saxophone case I have ever seen and held. This is not something I say lightly. I take saxophone products very seriously, and I'm amazed at the dedication set forth in achieving this case. For those of you not familiar with the Boston Sax Shop, it is the most customer service driven saxophone repair shop I have ever experienced. The owner, Jack Finucane, is not only an accomplished saxophonist and repair tech, he is also the model of a customer service dedicated professional. Every element of this case has been thought and rethought (Jack has a large number of prototypes with each case improving upon the previous design until Jack achieved the perfection he pursued--it's amazing to see all of those prototypes). This product is absolutely incredible. I could ramble on about the details of this case, but I think it's best to just take Jack's description and specifics and let these details serve as a review.
I have a number of personal pictures of this case with my horn in it, but I can't figure out how to post them on SOTW.
From Jack's website . . . https://www.bostonsaxshop.com/cases/the-ambassador-tenor-case
And here is the video review: Video Overview:
A case designed by saxophone players for saxophone players, every detail painstakingly accounted for and purpose built to last. As a working musician a case needs to be durable, ergonomic, have hardware your can count on, be lightweight, stylish, able to fit in an airline overhead bin and yet have plenty of storage for your gear. In our opinion the Ambassador Case is the only one on the market that checks all the boxes.
DETAILS
The Ambassador case is made from a textured plastic composite structure resulting in lightweight yet durable case.
The hardware used is all steel and utilizes four 'butterfly latches' that require a two stage locking operation ensuring that there is no possible way for them to open independently.
The interior of the case features a firm, memory style foam guaranteeing a tight fit designed to last.
An ample YKK zippered exterior pocket provides just the right amount of storage while keeping the overall footprint of the case small, allowing it to easily fit into overhead airline compartments. Cushioned double handles on either half of the exterior ensure that even if one forgets to latch the case and picks it up, it will not open.
The Ambassador case also includes padded backpack straps with steel snap hooks in addition to braided steel wire loops that act as a failsafe for the unlikely event of strap failure. A velvet padded neck and mouthpiece storage pouch is provided as well.
The Ambassador case accommodates Selmer Mark VI, Selmer Mark VII, Selmer Balanced Action, Selmer Super Balanced Action, All Modern Selmer, Yamaha, Yanagisawa, Ishimori, Eastman, P. Mauriat, Cannonball, King Super 20, Conn 10M and all Taiwanese 'Selmer' Style saxophones. If you have a question about the fit of a specific saxophone model please contact us.
Video Overview:
DIMENSIONS:
6.6lbs
Pocket: 12x5x2"
Length 32"
Widest section 10"
Depth 8.25"
Each Ambassador case is backed by a 1 year warranty against factory defects
The Ambassador cases are manufactured by an American company which has been producing instrument cases for some of the leading brands in the industry since 1956. Each case is hand assembled in a green, carbon neutral production facility in Costa Rica and 20% of all the companies profits go back to charities in the community.
I have a number of personal pictures of this case with my horn in it, but I can't figure out how to post them on SOTW.
From Jack's website . . . https://www.bostonsaxshop.com/cases/the-ambassador-tenor-case
And here is the video review: Video Overview:
A case designed by saxophone players for saxophone players, every detail painstakingly accounted for and purpose built to last. As a working musician a case needs to be durable, ergonomic, have hardware your can count on, be lightweight, stylish, able to fit in an airline overhead bin and yet have plenty of storage for your gear. In our opinion the Ambassador Case is the only one on the market that checks all the boxes.
DETAILS
The Ambassador case is made from a textured plastic composite structure resulting in lightweight yet durable case.
The hardware used is all steel and utilizes four 'butterfly latches' that require a two stage locking operation ensuring that there is no possible way for them to open independently.
The interior of the case features a firm, memory style foam guaranteeing a tight fit designed to last.
An ample YKK zippered exterior pocket provides just the right amount of storage while keeping the overall footprint of the case small, allowing it to easily fit into overhead airline compartments. Cushioned double handles on either half of the exterior ensure that even if one forgets to latch the case and picks it up, it will not open.
The Ambassador case also includes padded backpack straps with steel snap hooks in addition to braided steel wire loops that act as a failsafe for the unlikely event of strap failure. A velvet padded neck and mouthpiece storage pouch is provided as well.
The Ambassador case accommodates Selmer Mark VI, Selmer Mark VII, Selmer Balanced Action, Selmer Super Balanced Action, All Modern Selmer, Yamaha, Yanagisawa, Ishimori, Eastman, P. Mauriat, Cannonball, King Super 20, Conn 10M and all Taiwanese 'Selmer' Style saxophones. If you have a question about the fit of a specific saxophone model please contact us.
Video Overview:
DIMENSIONS:
6.6lbs
Pocket: 12x5x2"
Length 32"
Widest section 10"
Depth 8.25"
Each Ambassador case is backed by a 1 year warranty against factory defects
The Ambassador cases are manufactured by an American company which has been producing instrument cases for some of the leading brands in the industry since 1956. Each case is hand assembled in a green, carbon neutral production facility in Costa Rica and 20% of all the companies profits go back to charities in the community.
