{"product_id":"eastman-eas852-52nd-st-alto-saxophone","title":"Eastman EAS852 52nd Street Professional Alto Saxophone  w\/ DS Mechanism (Pre-Production Prototype)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastman EAS852 52nd Street Professional Alto Saxophone (Pre-Production Prototype)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are thrilled to offer a true piece of modern saxophone history! This is the final pre-production prototype of the highly anticipated Eastman 52nd Street EAS852 Alto Saxophone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a final prototype, this instrument represents the culmination of Eastman's intense R\u0026amp;D process prior to public release. While it may feature slight design variations from the final production models hitting the market, it is an absolute monster of a player. Eastman has successfully married the massive, smoky, vintage tone of their legendary 52nd Street series with the revolutionary, lightning-fast DS key mechanism introduced on the Rue Saint-Georges. This is a one-of-a-kind collector's piece that also happens to be a world-class gigging horn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Best of Both Worlds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This prototype seamlessly combines the aged, unlacquered brass and rolled-style tone holes of the 52nd Street line with the ultra-light, incredibly fluid DS keywork mechanism.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged Unlacquered Brass:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The absence of heavy lacquer allows the instrument to vibrate with maximum resonance, giving it a beautifully warm, spread, and historically authentic American jazz tone. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe DS Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed by a master flute builder, the DS mechanism completely alters the traditional pivot points of the key stacks. This lowers mechanical resistance and provides an astonishingly fast, light, and precise action.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Unique Piece of History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Because this is a pre-production model, you are getting an exclusive, one-of-a-kind build that will visually and mechanically set you apart from any other player on the bandstand.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Shop Inspection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype \/ Excellent.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a factory prototype, this horn was used for internal testing and artist feedback. The unlacquered brass is already developing a gorgeous, authentic patina that will continue to uniquely personalize itself to your hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGig-Ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Our Houston-based repair team has thoroughly benched and play-tested this instrument. The DS mechanism is perfectly regulated, all pads seal flawlessly, and the horn is entirely stage-ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes a premium Eastman flight case and factory accessories. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cem class=\"style-italic\"\u003e(Note to Wes: Please add if a specific mouthpiece or dual necks are included here!)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eastman\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EAS852 52nd Street (Pre-Production Prototype) \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aged Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlacquered\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeywork:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DS Mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTone Holes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rolled-Style\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prototype \/ Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fleming Music Commitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments \u0026amp; Repair, you aren't just buying a horn—you are gaining a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it ever leaves our hands. We back our inventory with a 14-day return window and a full 1-year warranty, so you can invest in your sound with absolute confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave questions about financing, need to discuss a potential trade-in, or want to hear how this horn sounds? Reach out to our team directly: https:\/\/flemingrepair.com\/pages\/contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal to Houston? We always encourage you to visit the shop and put air through the horn yourself! Keep up with our latest arrivals, repair videos, and local events on our social channels: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Fleming_Music. 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