This is my first Saxophone ever and might be the only one for a very long time, because it was the main reason for me when i bought it. For me it had to be something durable and quality that will serve me many years. For a beginner it is important to have clear sounds, thats what this instrument gave me and i progressed confidently without doubting my sax. Now im progressing through my goal to give little concerts, that was another reason for me to choose this saxophone, it is more than a beginner sax.