Keilwerth SX90R Alto Saxophone - Brushed Nickel Silver Finish
For sale is a professional Keilwerth SX90R Alto Saxophone, serial number 116978 (Made in Germany, c. 2000-2001). This instrument features a striking Brushed Nickel Silver finish with contrasting Brass Keys, a rare and visually distinctive combination often associated with Keilwerth's special production runs from this era. It is a powerful "player's horn" that delivers the massive, modern sound Keilwerth is famous for.
This is the ultimate horn for the jazz soloist, R&B player, or contemporary musician who needs a sound that can cut through a loud band. If you find standard saxophones to be too "polite" or "focused," the wide-bore sound of the Keilwerth SX90R is the answer.
The Keilwerth Difference: "The Big Sound"
The SX90R (R = Rolled Tone Holes) is designed to offer the "American" fat sound of vintage horns (like Conns) with modern German engineering.
- Soldered Tone Hole Rings: Unlike vintage horns where the metal was rolled over, Keilwerth solders separate metal rings onto the tone holes. This increases the surface area for the pad, providing a tighter seal, longer pad life, and a darker, more resonant tone.
- Adjustable Ergonomics: Keilwerth is unique for its adjustable palm keys, allowing players of all hand sizes to customize the height of the high D, Eb, and F keys for perfect comfort. It also features an adjustable metal thumb rest.
- Condition Note: This instrument is in excellent structural shape. However, like many Keilwerths from this specific era, it shows evidence of "acid bleed" (lacquer bleed) around the bell-to-body connector and spots on the bow. This is a common, purely cosmetic characteristic of Keilwerth's manufacturing process in the early 2000s and does not affect the sound or longevity of the metal.
Specifications & Condition
- Model: Keilwerth SX90R (Made in Germany)
- Serial Number: 116978 (c. 2000-2001)
- Finish: Brushed Nickel Silver Body with Brass Keys
- Tone Holes: Drawn with Hand-Soldered Rings (Rolled)
- Keywork: Adjustable Palm Keys, G# Lifter Mechanism
- Condition: Excellent playing condition. Cosmetically shows "acid bleed" (discoloration under lacquer) at the bell/bow connection, which is typical for this vintage.
- Our Service: Our comprehensive service included a full leak check, regulation of the G# lifter, and key oiling to ensure the action is fast and silent.
- Included: Original Keilwerth Hard Case. (No other accessories included.)
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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