The 52nd Street saxophone is a professional instrument and comes unlacquered for a truly vintage appearance. It is an exceptionally responsive horn in all registers and produces a big, fat sound with precise intonation. A larger bell and rolled-style tone holes contribute to the sound qualities of this instrument that many compare to some of the great vintage horns of the past.

• Vintage Build: It features an aged unlacquered brass finish that develops a unique patina over time and allows the metal to vibrate more freely for a warmer tone.
• Tonal Enhancements: The instrument includes a large hand-hammered bell for focused projection and rolled-style tone holes (soldered rims) that increase the horn’s mass and provide a richer, spread sound.
• “S” Neck: The wider bore taper of the “S” neck enhances tonal openness and provides a free-blowing response across all registers.
• Mechanical Sturdiness: It features double-braced arms on the low C, B, and Bb keys to improve action and ensure the large pads seat correctly without “bouncing”.
• Aesthetics: The horn is finished with abalone key touches and detailed hand engraving of a 52nd Street scene on the bell and neck