P. Mauriat 67R vs System 76 - Here’s the Truth...
Jim Cheek compares these two P. Mauriat models!
Description
Perfect for players wanting the best qualities of a vintage classic in a brand new horn
The System 76 is Vintage Personified. It is a true player’s horn, allowing you to find the voice within.
Description
The System 76 tenor has an increased bore and bell size, producing a warm full-bodied sound that plays in tune throughout the octaves. The keywork has been tweaked on this latest edition for improved playing comfort. It feels robust, yet has a smooth fluid action.
The unlacquered finish gives the player a more open, multi-layered and grittier tone. It has even more fine engraving which adorns the bell & bow and note the beautiful abalone shell key touches.
Features
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Unlacquered (UL)
• Key Touches: Genuine Abalone
• Neck: Super VI
• Engraving: Hand engraved bell, bow and neck
• Case: P.Mauriat black hard shaped case
• Mouthpiece: Mauriat plastic student mouthpiece
• Made in: Taiwan
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: Professionals, advancing students, vintage replacement
Reviews
In my first visual contact with the System 76, I was impressed with the look, taste and finish in the details. I really blew it when i check the quality of the saxophone, an incredible sound, perfect pitch and especially a very distinctive sound projection. Rubens mariano de oliveira filho
I had played the same saxophone since I was 17, an old 1936 Selmer, which seems to often need tweaking and maintenance. So because of this I have searched for a long time for another horn that I felt confident enough in to play when the original was in the repair shop. I had looked at many options, vintage and new, but had never found anything that I liked. It was either a vintage horn with a beautiful sound and major intonation/control problems or a modern one with all the accuracy but a sound with no character. Then I tried the system 76, and I haven't been that instantly impressed with an instrument ever! Jeff King
Description
A full, vintage-inspired tone.
The 67R combines vintage-inspired design with an unlacquered finish. A full, dark tone makes this a versatile option for jazz, blues and electric styles. It features drawn & rolled tone holes allowing better resonance and an enlarged bell to compliment an already warm, fat sound.
Description
The Mauriat 67R combines a full, warm tone with a versatile response. This Custom Class "Vintage Series" alto features an unlacquered finish (UL), rolled tone holes, beautiful abalone shell key touches and high F# key. The unlacquered look is in keeping with the vintage tone this model is famous for. The larger bell and lack of lacquer further encourages a full bodied, powerful tone. It is rare to find rolled tone holes on a modern sax and these give a noticeably quieter key action and extended pad life.
Features
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Unlacquered
• Key Touches: Genuine abalone shell
• Neck: Super Jazz VI
• Engraving: Hand engraved neck, body, bow and bell
• Case: Black shaped hard case
• Mouthpiece: Mauriat plastic mouthpiece
• Made in: Taiwan
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: Professionals, advancing students, players preferring a more vintage look and sound
Reviews
I was looking for an alto with a lot of personality and attitude and I have found those qualities in the 67R. Hats off to P Mauriat for making such an incredible saxophone. Darren Rahn
My P Mauriat PMXA 67R is a real pleasure to play. My sound has opened up since I started playing it and I can hear a richness, fullness and depth that with practise I can get from this superbly made instrument. Nathaniel Facey
My PMXA 67R is a true work of art and a joy to play. Whether it is playing behind the Four Tops and Temptations, or blending with an orchestra, the PMXA 67R has proven to be reliable and a joy on which to perform. Farrell Vernon

