* Alto saxophone: The alto saxophone is the most common type of saxophone. It is pitched in E♭ and has a range of two octaves and a fifth, from low E♭ to high B♭. The alto saxophone is used in a wide variety of genres, including classical music, jazz, rock, and pop.
* Tenor saxophone: The tenor saxophone is larger than the alto saxophone and has a lower pitch. It is pitched in B♭ and has a range of two octaves and a third, from low B♭ to high E♭. The tenor saxophone is used in jazz, blues, and rock music.
* Baritone saxophone: The baritone saxophone is the lowest-pitched member of the saxophone family. It is pitched in E♭ and has a range of one octave and a sixth, from low E♭ to high A♭. The baritone saxophone is used in classical music, jazz, and marching bands.
* Bass saxophone: The bass saxophone is a rare type of saxophone that is larger and lower-pitched than the baritone saxophone. It is pitched in B♭ and has a range of one octave and a fifth, from low B♭ to high F#. The bass saxophone is used in classical music and jazz.