Brand New Eastman 52nd Street EAS652 Professional Alto Saxophone - Unlacquered
For sale is a Brand New Eastman 52nd Street EAS652 Professional Alto Saxophone, serial number A2440362. The 52nd Street series has completely disrupted the professional saxophone market by capturing the massive, smoky vibe of the legendary vintage American horns of the 1940s and 50s. If you have been chasing that huge, spread, "jazz club" sound but don't want to deal with the quirky intonation and clunky mechanics of a vintage antique, the EAS652 is your ultimate modern solution.
Who Is This Horn For?
This is the perfect alto for the jazz soloist, lead alto player, or vintage tone enthusiast. The 52nd Street was designed from the ground up to be a powerhouse. It is incredibly popular among players who find modern, French-style altos to be too "polite" or focused. If you want a complex, husky core that barks when pushed and sub-tones beautifully down to low Bb, this instrument delivers a serious punch. It pairs incredibly well with a Meyer-style mouthpiece for that classic bebop and big band lead sound.
The "52nd Street" Advantage
- The "Vintage" Core: Eastman designed this horn with a larger bell and a specialized bore taper to mimic the wide-open, floor-shaking sound of the legendary Conn and King saxophones of the mid-20th century.
- Unlacquered Finish: Straight out of the box, this horn features an unlacquered, aged brass finish. Not only does it look incredibly cool and authentic, but the absence of heavy lacquer allows the brass to vibrate and resonate with absolute freedom.
- Rolled Tone Holes: Featuring fully rolled tone holes, the EAS652 provides a broader seating area for the pads. This contributes to the horn's characteristically fat, broad, and free-blowing response.
- Modern Ergonomics: While it sounds like a vintage classic, it feels like a modern luxury car. The keywork is fast, crisp, and falls perfectly under the fingers, complete with double-braced low keys for unmatched stability.
Condition Report
- Finish: Brand New / Unlacquered. Factory fresh. As an unlacquered instrument, it features a beautifully aged, matte brass appearance right out of the box and will continue to develop a unique, personalized patina the more you play it.
- Body: Brand New. Perfect factory condition with gorgeous hand engraving.
- Mechanics: Pristine. Even though this is a brand-new instrument straight from Eastman, our in-house technicians have fully inspected and play-tested it to ensure the pads are sealing perfectly and the regulation is gig-ready.
Specifications
- Brand: Eastman
- Model: 52nd Street EAS652
- Serial Number: A2440362
- Key: Eb Alto
- Tone Holes: Rolled Tone Holes
- Finish: Unlacquered (Aged Brass)
- Condition: Brand New
- Included: Original Eastman Hard Case, Mouthpiece, Ligature, Cap, and all factory accessories.
Why Choose Fleming Music?
Here at Fleming Instruments, our expert on-site instrument repair workshop guarantees that each instrument we sell is meticulously inspected and fine-tuned before it reaches you. We take pride in offering a 1-year warranty and 2-week return policy on all instruments, giving you peace of mind with your investment. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, so please reach out to us at the shop via phone, email, or website contact: https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact.
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