During
the economic let down following WWI American instrument makers seized upon
the C saxophone as a way to promote sales
outside the professional musician and student markets. It was highly
successful for around 20 years as it was easier for novice players. It
then went out of fashion as players preferred the tone of the alto &
tenor. Its a little larger than the alto, smaller than a tenor and
of course you can play from the same piece of music as accompanying
instruments such as piano. Fingering and blowing is the same as on alto
and tenor but the sound will come out in concert pitch so there's no
transposing to worry about.
Nowadays the C melody sax has a significant following with websites
dedicated to the instrument.
The
Great Gretsch American C Melody Sax
SOLD
(These are photos of the
actual sax).
£599
incl.vat & UK mainland delivery.
Serial Number:
52535
LP
Most likely made in the 1920's
or 30's and in remarkably good condition. Silver plated with gold
inner bell and nice clear engraving. Completely re-padded, with new corks
& felts throughout. Plays nicely following its extensive renovation
by Dennis Primett and has better intonation than many old C melodies. The
only sign of any past damage/repair is
where a small dent has been pushed out
of
the bow. An especially nice example with mouthpiece and sound original
case (no handle).
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order old, interesting saxes
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