We had purchased the TS-400 model in April 2024 for my 14 year old High School Freshman so that he would have his own instrument through his high school experiences. Within this same year he has accomplished many goals, such as 2025 W.Va. 2nd Chair Tenor Saxophone, 2025 West Virginia University High School Honor Bands, 2025 West Virginia Wesleyan Jazz Honor Bands, and 2024 249th Army Band All State Masterclass. And his freshman year isn't even over yet. 98% of his accomplishments is through his own dedication, hard work, etc. but the quality of instrument definitely matters. This student horn through Jean Paul has given my child wonderful and lifelong memories and the quality and sound is beyond measure for price, quality, etc. Highly recommend this instrument and Highly Recommend Jean Paul quality ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Excellent

Love it. Wish it would've come with my AS-860

Well built, does what it’s designed to.

Excelente

Love it.Very well made.Great job

I played sax in elementary, junior high, and high school but had not touched my old sax in 50 years. Wanting to get back into it, I realized that refurbishing my old sax would be rather expensive but while it served me well in my youth, it was not a superior instrument by any means. I did a *lot* of research, watching countless video reviews, reading reviews from persons who purchased this instrument, etc., which made investing in a Jean Paul AS-400 alto an easy decision. I've had the new sax only two days and I'm quite pleased with it. The finish, fit, tone, and value are exceptional. I can well understand the dozens of reviewers who asserted how good a sax it is not just for a beginner or somebody returning to the saxophone after years, but many who claim it sounds as good or better than their much pricier alto. Already, familiar fingerings and the return of what I hope will be a good embouchure over time will make etudes and practice pieces fun. I am so glad I discovered Jean Paul and highly recommend them for high consideration when shopping for a new sax or other instrument.

Right after getting the saxophone. I had dental surgery and want be able to play until may. Did play the one time.

If you are thinking about buying a professional level tenor sax, you will not be disappointed with this horn. It feels great in your hands. Meaning, the keys are where they suppose to be and the horn is very comfortable to play. The tone is wonderful. My low b-flat key had a little light coming thru but I fixed that myself. I also had the same problem with my Selmer and that is a $5000 horn. Get yourself a good mouthpiece and this tenor will sing. I am playing on a Theo Wanne Durga mouthpiece and it makes this horn really sing from low B-flat to altissimo C. I love this horn. My Alto is a Selmer Series III Jubilee, my soprano is a Yanagisawa. I would also own Jean Paul's curved soprano but my fingers on my right hand constantly hit the bell of the horn. If it was not for that, I would not have purchased my Yanagisawa. That is how well that horn sounded and played but this review is about Jean Paul's TS860. Save yourself a lot of money and get yourself one if you are in the market for a professional level tenor sax before the price goes up. The anniversary engraving is just icing on the cake. I was not paid or given anything for this review. OH and the customer service is second to none.

It’s a great saxophone

Intermediate Clarinet Case

I'm a semi-pro saxophonist with over 60 years experience. I practice daily, I play in several rehearsing/performing ensembles—both jazz and “legit”--and I have a standing weekly jazz gig, as well as several paying jazz jobs per month.

I needed a back-up instrument because my beloved Mk6 (my only working horn) had to go to the repair tech for over a week.

I had watched Dr Wally's YT reviews, and after calling JP and pleading with them to make sure my purchase would be ready to go out of the box, they sent me their AS860 Anniversary Edition in just two days. The anxiety of buying a horn sight-unseen was somewhat mitigated by JP's provided video of the play test of my actual item, as well as by Dr Wally's endorsement.

So how does it play and sound? The JP's sonic and ergonomic properties seem similar to the YAS 62's I have tried over the years—i.e., excellent intonation and smooth keywork, utter ease of low and high note production, and apparent robustness of construction. Like the Japanese brands however, it lacks the diffuse, breathy, multi-overtone, Desmond-like timbre of my Mk 6. Nevertheless, the JP acquitted itself nicely on my weekly jazz gig, and I doubt anyone but me heard the subtleties of tone I felt were missing. (Surprisingly the best results for a darker sound came from using the supplied mouthpiece, rather than any of my high-end MP's! Unheard of!)

As a back-up horn for a picky performer, I couldn't possibility ask for more at this price point. Moreover, I have decided to use the JP exclusively for my concert band work (with my S80 C* MP), as The 860 sound is more in line with the tone color, projection, and intonation of my band-mates Yanis and Yamas.

Good work, JeanPaul!

The saxophone sounded great and they really do test each instrument before they are sent out for delivery. Best customer service ever. Felipe Estupiñan worked swiftly to fix all of my issues and Mario sounds amazing testing my saxophone. Satisfied customer here and highly recommend Jean Paul for any musical purchases.

Student Alto Saxophone

Beautiful soprano saxophone which plays great. Also, can’t say enough good things about the Jean Paul staff and their helpfulness in selecting and shipping the saxophone!