As a retired senior, I decided to upgrade from my student Buescher 400 Alto. Upon researching online for a professional and affordable Alto sax, I decided to go with the Jean Paul Anniversary Edition Silver finish. Upon contacting Jean Paul company and speaking with their sales/customer service, I knew I had found the right source in the purchase of a saxophone. Felipe, was very knowledgeable and understanding and patient with me in answering all my questions, regarding the Anniversary Edition Silver finish Alto. Upon placing my order, I was kept in the loop of delivery dates and tracking number. And upon the actual shipping date, I received an email with a short demo video of my actual instrument, being played before shipping. Wow, was I impressed. All I could think of when that beautiful looking silver finished Alto was going to arrive. Upon arrival and unboxing, I was like a little kid on Christmas morning. I was impressed with the beautiful cases it came in and as I began to play the horn it was so fluid and easily to finger up and down the instrument. Top to bottom, solid and sounded awesome. Even the Jean Paul mouthpiece that came with, was a free blowing and bright but warm sounding. The horn is a truly beautiful instrument. I am thankful I came across the Jean Paul Wind Instrument company and it is a family owned company here in the USA. To me, that speaks volumes. So blessed.