Theo Wanne MANTRA 3 Alto Saxophone

The MANTRA 3 saxophone is designed to have the BIG American Vintage Horn sound. It has a HUGE and robust tone, unlike any other horn made today.
 
MANTRA 3 alto innovations include:
 
Improved bore design featuring Theo’s Patented ‘boundary-layer-effect’.
Cryogenically Treated
Expertly assembled in Japan from the ground up (tubes, keys, pads, felts, etc)
Professional Pisoni Pro Pads
Theo’s proprietary angled three-ring-strap-hook
Proprietary bell to body brace which enhances vibration and reduces bell twist.
result? Incredibly rich, fat and beautiful tone unlike any other saxophone on the market.
 
The MANTRA does not come with a mouthpiece so you can choose what is right for you. We recommend the following:
 
For a powerful sound the VELOCITY mouthpiece is the perfect choice.
For a contemporary full sound the DURGA mouthpiece is the perfect choice.
For a darker sound the AMBIKA (Tenor) or LAKSHMI (Alto and Tenor) mouthpiece is the perfect choice.
 
FVCT "CYRO-TREAT"
 
Metal parts used on instruments get "stressed" during manufacturing process due to excess vibration as well as high temperature and pressure.

The FVCT used achieves stress-free metal parts combining two types of processes. The sound quality achieved by players improves. FVCT also helps to protect the instrument from corrosion.

To improve on the usual Cryogenic process used by other manufacturers, we use a two step process: Gas and liquid. Combining both cryogenic baths ensures the success of the process, creating a better sound with a faster response.
 
“The MANTRA is mind-boggling! It is a pure pleasure to play an instrument of such stellar quality that combines the best of legendary saxophones with cutting edge, innovattions. The MANTRA is an advancement in sax design! "
- Ron Holloway (Allman Brothers)
 
"The best saxophone I've played in my life."
- Eddie Baccus Jr. (Peaces of a Dream)
 
“The Mantra is a breakthrough. The most innovative sax that I have played. I can't stop playing her!"
- Courtney Pine (O.B.E & C.B.E)
 
"Innovative, deep and a joy to play and create with- inspiring saxophone with unlimited potential."
- Tim Price