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Drums & percussion vs Saxophone

Drums & percussion and saxophone have 95% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatDrums & percussionSaxophone
Time a week3 hours a week3 hours a week
Who withOn your ownOn your own
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsLivelyLively
To start$300$400

Choose drums & percussion if

  • More physical

About $300 to start, then about $40 a month.

About drums & percussion

Choose saxophone if

  • Gentler on the body

About $400 to start, then about $60 a month.

About saxophone

What you'll need

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.