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Meten is weten: lekkages opsporen met de MusicMedic Leak Tester
Meten is weten: lekkages opsporen met de MusicMedic Leak Tester
Meten is weten: lekkages opsporen met de MusicMedic Leak Tester Een goed afgesteld blaasinstrument draait voor een groot deel om iets wat je niet kunt zien: luchtdichtheid. Een polster kan... Read more...
Johan van Buijsen visiting Borgani Instruments showroom in Italy surrounded by vintage and modern saxophones
Borgani Instrumenten in Italië: een verrassende ontdekking tijdens onze vakantie
Tijdens een vakantie in de Italiaanse regio Marche bezocht Johan van Buijsen van Special Sax het familiebedrijf Borgani Instrumenten. Wat begon als een spontaan bezoek groeide uit tot een verrassende... Read more...
Test van handgemaakte Claripad klarinetpolsters in ons atelier
Testing of handmade Claripad clarinet pads in our workshop
In our workshop, we are currently testing handmade German Claripad clarinet pads during an overhaul of a professional clarinet. In this blog, we share our first impressions, the installation process,... Read more...
Professioneel onderhoud van saxofoon in werkplaats
How often does a saxophone need maintenance?
How often does a saxophone need maintenance? Read more about maintenance intervals, air leaks, wear and tear, and professional maintenance. Read more...
Handgemaakte saxofoon polsters met resonatoren voor revisie en onderhoud
Which saxophone pads are the best?
Which saxophone pads are the best? Read more about materials, resonators, playing feel, and professional pads for modern and vintage saxophones. Read more...
Kosten en revisie van saxofoon met polsters en gereedschap
How much does a saxophone overhaul cost?
How much does a saxophone overhaul cost? Learn more about overhaul costs, pads, maintenance, and the overhaul of modern and vintage saxophones. Read more...
Handgemaakte saxofoon polsters voor onderhoud en revisie
How long do saxophone pads last?
How long do saxophone pads last? Learn more about wear and tear, air leaks, maintenance, and when pads need to be replaced. Read more...
Saxofoon onderhoud en revisie in werkplaats van Special Sax
What is the difference between saxophone maintenance and overhaul?
What is the difference between saxophone maintenance and overhaul? Read when maintenance is sufficient and when a complete overhaul is necessary. Read more...
Close-up van luchtlekkage bij saxofoon polsters
How do you recognize air leakage in a saxophone?
How do you recognize air leaks in a saxophone? Learn more about leaking pads, poor response, intonation problems, and professional maintenance. Read more...
Loslatende kurk bij saxofoon tijdens revisie en onderhoud
When does a saxophone need an overhaul?
How do you recognize that a saxophone needs an overhaul? Read more about air leaks, wear and tear, pads, and professional maintenance of modern and vintage saxophones. Read more...
Professioneel onderhoud van een saxofoon op de werkbank
How do you maintain a saxophone?
Practical tips for saxophone maintenance. Learn how to prevent moisture, wear and tear, and air leaks, and keep your instrument in top condition. Read more...
Een verzilverde Selmer Mark VI tenor saxofoon met een verhaal
A silver-plated Selmer Mark VI tenor saxophone with a story
A silver-plated Selmer Mark VI tenor saxophone from 1971 with a remarkable story. Professionally overhauled and ready for a new chapter with its next player. Read more...
Nieuw bij Special Sax: Professionel sax uitdeuken en hals passend maken
New at Special Sax: Professional saxophone dent removal and neck fitting
At Special Sax, we have expanded our workshop with new tools. This means we can now also repair dents and expertly fix a loose neck in the body of your... Read more...
Specialsax nieuwsbrief 26 maart 2026
New at Specialsax: maintenance and repair materials for your saxophone
At Specialsax, we have expanded our range with repair materials and maintenance products that we ourselves use daily in the workshop, such as cork, felt, shellac for pad mounting, and... Read more...
Een Buescher True Tone uit 1926 herboren bij Specialsax
A 1926 Buescher True Tone reborn at Specialsax
Daniel brought a 1926 Buescher True Tone alto saxophone to Specialsax.nl because, despite a recent overhaul, the instrument wasn't playing well. Because this particular Buescher is exactly what Specialsax started... Read more...
Gratis Instrumenten Check-up & Advies bij de Wereldmuziekschool Haarlem Schalkwijk
Free Instrument Check-up & Advice at the World Music School Haarlem Schalkwijk
Every Saturday between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, Special Sax, along with Hein and Gijs, organizes a free instrument check-up at the Haarlem Schalkwijk World Music School. Musicians can stop... Read more...
Een Martin Imperial herboren – van mislukte revisie naar meesterwerk
A Martin Imperial reborn – from failed overhaul to masterpiece
A beautiful Martin Imperial alto saxophone arrived after a failed overhaul. At Specialsax.nl, it received the attention it deserved – completely overhauled, airtight, playing smoothly, and ready for the stage... Read more...
Van schroot tot schoonheid: de Buescher True Tone tenor (1926)
From Scrap to Beauty: The Buescher True Tone Tenor (1926)
This 1926 Buescher True Tone tenor saxophone was acquired as a trade-in in very poor condition. After a complete overhaul, including new pads, corks, and adjustment of the mechanism, the... Read more...
saxofoon reparatie en onderhoud
The music season is starting again: Have your saxophone checked for optimal performance
The music season is starting again! Make sure your saxophone is in top condition. With a check-up at SpecialSax.nl, you'll avoid surprises and play with the best sound and technique.... Read more...
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Roe Akramovich gets his Selmer SA80 Series II back in top form
Short summary Saxophonist Roe Akramovich noticed that his beloved Selmer SA80 Series II no longer played as it used to. At Specialsax.nl we have completely overhauled the instrument: all pads... Read more...
Saxofonist Rob schittert weer met zijn gereviseerde Yanagisawa 901 alt
Saxophonist Rob shines again with his revised Yanagisawa 901 alto
Rob, a passionate saxophonist from Alphen aan den Rijn, brought his damaged Yanagisawa 901 alto to Specialsax.nl for a complete overhaul. Now that it plays like new again, Rob is... Read more...
Startone
Startone, the Trabant among saxophones
Why Special Sax doesn't sell Startone saxophones. Discover better beginner saxophones with top quality and genuine playing pleasure. Read more! Read more...
Klanten betalen contactloos via Tap to Pay bij Special Sax in het saxofoonatelier in Haarlem.
Paying by card at Special Sax: now also available via Tap to Pay in the studio
At Special Sax in Haarlem, you can now also pay contactlessly with Tap to Pay. This makes paying for repairs, maintenance, and saxophone sales faster, easier, and more secure. You... Read more...
Why Selmer Became the King of the Sax
'The French Triumph on American Soil' Why Selmer Beat Competition from American Manufacturers in the Last Century Today, if you ask a professional saxophonist which brand tops their list, chances are you’ll hear “Selmer.” But that wasn’t always a given. In the early 20th century, some of the most sought-after saxophones came from the United States, from iconic manufacturers like Conn, Buescher, and Martin. So how did France’s Selmer achieve such dominance—and maintain it to this day? The rise of Selmer Paris Henri Selmer, himself a clarinetist and a graduate... Read more...
Professioneel Gereviseerde Adams AS1 Alt Saxofoon – Ontlakt voor Ultieme Klankvrijheid
Professionally Refurbished Adams AS1 Alto Saxophone – Stripped for Ultimate Tonal Freedom
"At Specials Sax we strive for perfection in every instrument that leaves our workshop. We recently completely overhauled an Adams AS1 alto saxophone, resulting in an instrument that is both... Read more...
De Geschiedenis van Buescher Saxofoons – Een Tijdloos Geluid
The History of Buescher Saxophones – A Timeless Sound
The History of Buescher Saxophones – A Timeless Sound When talking about legendary saxophone brands that defined the timbre of the 20th century, the name Buescher inevitably comes up. At... Read more...
Selmer: De gouden standaard onder saxofoons
Selmer: The gold standard among saxophones
When talking about top quality saxophones, one name always comes to mind: Selmer . Since the early 20th century, Selmer has been the choice of professional saxophonists worldwide. From jazz... Read more...
SML: Eén van de beste vintage saxofoons ooit gemaakt
SML: One of the best vintage saxophones ever made
SML: One of the best vintage saxophones ever made When you think of the big names in the world of vintage saxophones, brands like Selmer and Conn immediately come to... Read more...
Waarom Kwaliteit Cruciaal Is Bij Het Kiezen Van Een Saxofoon
Why Quality is Crucial When Choosing a Saxophone
Why Quality is Crucial When Choosing a Saxophone Whether you’re just starting out on the saxophone or you’re already an experienced musician, you know how important it is to choose... Read more...