[Archive] IKEBE LIVE SHOPPING #235 | A thorough investigation into "What's it like to have an alto saxophone for under 300,000 yen?" Guest: Junsuke Motomatsu [presented by Wind Bros]

A saxophone that costs less than 300,000 yen – how good is it really?
We put it to the test and see the best balance between price and performance!

Saxophones come in a wide range of prices, but there are some that are more expensive than beginner models but cheaper than advanced models. We'll be reviewing instruments in this price range—those that cost around 300,000 yen—with some demonstrations.

■ This model is compatible with replacing the neck with a Yamaha YAS-480
custom neck, allowing for future upgrades.

■ Antigua G42:
An ambitious keyboard that offers an affordable price while incorporating a unique brass alloy and a compact key layout.

■ Chateau CAS-50BM:
A noteworthy new series from a brand that has been gaining recognition in recent years, pursuing high cost performance.

If you're looking for a slightly better instrument to start with, or if you want to step up from a beginner model, this is a must-see! Compare the differences in playing feel and sound of these three instruments, which you can't tell just from the price, by listening to them live.

Delivery date and time

Friday, August 14, 2026
Show starts at 19:00 Japan time
*The content of the broadcast may be changed without prior notice. Please be aware of this in advance.

Appearance

Junsuke Motomatsu (saxophonist)
Former Wind Bros staff member. Graduated from the Comprehensive Music Academy Department of Shobi College of Music, where he studied various genres of music including jazz and pop, with a focus on classical music. Upon graduation, he performed at the Newcomer's Concert hosted by the Japan Saxophone Association. He has studied classical saxophone under Yuko Tanabe and Kinichi Nakamura, and jazz/popular saxophone under Takamitsu Miyazaki. Currently, he is active in various performance activities, including band support, live performances with his own group, commissioned performances at events, recording, and session hosting, while also giving lessons to students of all ages, from children to adults.

Haga/MC ( Ikebe Musical Instruments Wind Bros /Floor Chief)
A veteran store manager with 34 years of experience in the musical instrument industry and 19 years at Wind Bros. In his private life, he is busy raising twins. His industry experience is wide-ranging, from wind instrument specialty stores to guitar manufacturers and general musical instrument stores. Drawing on my past experience handling a wide range of instruments, including guitars, drums, digital instruments, and stringed instruments, I will explain things clearly from various perspectives!

Products to be introduced

• Chateau [New Product] Chateau CAS-50BM Alto Saxophone [Shipped after adjustment & setup] [Free key balance adjustment for 5 years]Chateau 

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※This page is an English translation of an article from Ikebe Information.