The Leblanc LSS511 Avant Soprano Saxophone is an intermediate instrument for advancing players seeking professional-inspired performance and expressive tone. Influenced by premium French saxophone design it combines a professional straight neck fully ribbed body construction and hand-hammered one-piece bell to produce rich tonal complexity excellent projection stable intonation and an immediate response. Ergonomic keywork blue steel springs and an extended high G key provide a light fast action while giving you access to an expanded upper range for more demanding repertoire.Leblancs story stretches back to 1750 through Ets. D. Noblet Frances oldest instrument manufacturer before Georges Leblanc built on that heritage with a commitment to purposeful acoustic innovation. That philosophy continues in the LSS511 combining traditional craftsmanship with modern features including Pisoni Pro pads power-forged keys a proprietary tone hole levelling process and a fully ribbed construction for dependable long-term performance. Professionally set up and play-tested before leaving the factory it includes a Leblanc Hard Rubber Pro mouthpiece and arrives ready to support your next stage of musical development.