John Packer

I play in a brass band in East Sussex alongside experienced players with higher end cornets who listen to, and look upon, this beautiful instrument with envy. I bought the lacquered version last year and it really does sound amazing. It gives a lovely, rich, mellow sound, and is relatively free blowing providing easy reach of upper register notes. The valves spring reassuringly quickly, and overall this is simply a brilliant instrument.

Well made, good value and helpful retailer. Thank you.

THIS 62 WAS BOUGHT BY ME FROM ALICE AT JOHN PACKER AT THE END OF MAY THIS YEAR, JUST BEFORE I MADE THE DECISION TO STOP TOURING.I ONLY BLEW IT LONG ENOUGH TO WRITE MY REVIEW ON THE YAS-62 THAT YOU WILL SEE ON THE NEW 62.
HAVING GIVEN CAREFUL THOUGHT I DECIDED TO SELL IT AS I ALREADY HAVE ALL THE SAXES THAT HAVE BEEN WITH ME THROUGHOUT MY TOURING YEARS. IT'S AS I HAVE STATED IN THE TITLE AND USING WORDS FROM MY ORIGINAL REVIEW, IT'S ''AS NEW'' AND ''ALL YOU WILL EVER NEED''

My son has just started playing the flute and we got this flute rather than hiring one for him as it is so reasonably priced. His flute teacher says it has a lovely sound and we are very pleased with it

My new reed arrived promptly. I use legere exclusively; unlike cane, there are no duff ones. Neither is there any need to blow your face inside out for a week trying to get them into shape - they work perfectly as soon as I clamp them on.

Thought I would give this a try to add to my soprano, alto, tenor, C-melody and baritone collection. Needed to get a proper mouthpiece since the included plastic MP didn't inspire me. As a result still working at it. Seems reasonably well-built and not surprisngly will take a bit of time to get used to the close key pads compared to the other saxes. Very good value for money. Now need to see where I can work it into my jazz-workshop repertoire without anyone else noticing! Since I normally play alto that shouldn't be too difficult.... same music, just an octave up!

Very pleased

Excellent packaging, on time delivery and durable instrument

The personal service was excellent. Wanted the cornet for my son on his birthday but as it was out of stock, delivery would be close. Upgraded free of charge to one in stock to ensure it arrived in time. Many thanks.

Lovely instrument perfect for intermediate players

Very good slide action. Fast delivery. Very pleased with the trombone.

Excellent clarinet stand. Compact when folded up and will fit in the bell of my clarinet so I’ll never forget it

The product was out of stock but John Packer took my money and said they would ship it as soon as one was in stock. It arrived and I’m delighted with it. Took all the stress out of checking stock levels etc. thank you!!

The Vandoren cushions are excellent- better than others I have tried, they seem thicker, are hard wearing and long- lasting. Great.

Sometimes it's the small things that make all the difference. One of the smaller parts but it's used everytime i take out the instrument.

First perfectly, works great and arrived quickly