Pre-Owned King Super 20 Silversonic Alto Saxophone (Eastlake) - Solid Silver Neck & Bell / Gold Wash
We have an absolute heavyweight champion in the shop today. The King Super 20 is one of the most legendary saxophones ever built, famous for being the horn of choice for giants like Cannonball Adderley and Charlie Parker. This specific model is the highly coveted "Silversonic," featuring a solid sterling silver neck and a solid sterling silver bell.
Visually, this saxophone is undeniably stunning, topped off with a gorgeous gold wash inside the bell flare. Acoustically, it is an absolute monster. The solid silver components combined with King's legendary bore design give this alto an incredibly "fat," wide, and resonant tonal core that can effortlessly strip the paint off the walls or sub-tone with a lush, gorgeous warmth. Crafted in Eastlake, Ohio, this is a phenomenal piece of American saxophone history that plays just as incredibly as it looks.
Key Features
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Silversonic Construction: Features a solid sterling silver neck and solid sterling silver bell. This premium material heavily darkens the core sound, allowing you to push the horn to extreme volumes without the tone thinning out or becoming brittle.
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Gold Wash Bell: The interior of the solid silver bell features a stunning factory gold wash, providing a deeply classic, premium aesthetic under stage lights.
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Massive, Fat Tone: Known for its free-blowing resistance and wide tonal spread, the Super 20 delivers a uniquely punchy, vibrant, and character-rich sound that modern saxophones simply cannot replicate.
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Eastlake Production: Serial number 521764 places this horn in the Eastlake, Ohio manufacturing era, retaining the classic King geometry and robust build quality.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics: Great Vintage Condition. This Silversonic is an absolute head-turner. The silver and brass are shining beautifully, and the gold wash bell pops perfectly. It shows some honest, expected wear from standard professional use over the decades, but it remains incredibly clean and structurally solid.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Ready. Our in-house master technicians have fully inspected and regulated this saxophone. The pads are sealing perfectly, the complex vintage keywork is snappy and secure, and the horn plays effortlessly from top to bottom. It is 100% gig-ready.
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Accessories: Includes a protective hard case. (Please note: Mouthpieces are not included with our pre-owned instrument sales.)
Specifications
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Brand: King
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Model: Super 20 Silversonic
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Serial Number: 521764
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Key: Eb
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Neck: Original Solid Sterling Silver
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Bell: Solid Sterling Silver with Gold Wash
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Vintage Professional
The Fleming Music Commitment When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments & 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.
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