This is an improved version of "The Martin Alto", which was Martin's professional saxophone in the 1940s. It plays with a powerful, crisp and dry tone and it can also rock out and scream with the best of them with the right mouthpiece. They're built like a classic American sports car with an attention to detail you don't see much in saxophone designs today. Martins are currently underpriced, so this is an opportunity to get a great saxophone for little money that will continue to rise in value while you own and enjoy it.