NEW SAX JULIUS KEILWERTH SOPRANO SAXOPHONE W/HARD CASE Start Price USD 1,842.00 Current Price USD 1,842.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Thursday, August 28, 2008 End Time Sunday, September 07, 2008 Location Salem, Massachusetts See more about 'NEW SAX JULIUS KEILWERTH SOPRANO SAXOPHONE W/HARD CASE' Description Keilwerth ST-90 gold lacquered SOPRANO sax       model # JK1100-8-0   With heavy-gauge quality German brass, this sax is built like a tank!   Keilwerth saxes are great instruments for every style of music. The ST-90is a focused, bright horn that can cut through the biggest big band or blend in seamlessly in small ensembles.  It is big, feels substantial, and will make your current sax feel like a toy. You can totally rock out and blow this sax all day long, it just feels great to play. The whole sax resonates in such a way that it tickles your soul. It is really hard to put the sax down for the day once you start playing it. The straight tone holes are plenty long and beefy, and easy on the pads.   This sax is simply the best.Keilwerth ST-90    waterproof leather pads with metal resonators for improved sound projection and claritystainless steel screws  mother of pearl key inlays/finger buttons without a bezel for optimum playing comfort  bigger bow section, makes low register easy to play at all dynamic levels gold lacquered body gold lacquer keys adjustable thumb rest, guarantees optimum hand position hydraulically formed neck for excellent intonation and response new bell brace for increased stability pivoted low "Bb" key  high "F" and "F#" auxiliary keys comes with mouthpiece with cap and ligature comes with  wood shell case with plush interior, Range from low Bb to high F#Adjustable metal thumb restKey inlays of imitation of mother of pearlBody and keys gold lacquered.B-Bb-C#-G# mechanism for the LH little fingerEasy operating octave mechanismSoprano with straight and curved neckKeilwerth has made saxophones since 1925, with an emphasis on quality which remains unchanged today: To offer the musician a reasonable price/ performance relationship, and to continuously improve the instruments both in quality and technicallythe soprano saxophones ST 90 series III are the result of this philosophy.The wish to be able to offer professional standards at a reasonable price was realized with this series. The ST 90 Series III provide not only instruments for the student, but also for future orchestral use.We are proud that many famous artists play our instruments. Here are some endorsers who play Keilwerth Saxophones all over the world:Artist Country Instrument BrandAlvarado Tommy USA Saxophone KeilwerthBabad Bruce USA Saxophone KeilwerthBeaussier Daniel France Saxophone KeilwerthBelliveau Pat Canada Saxophone KeilwerthBeuf Sylvain France Saxophone KeilwerthBig Band der Bundeswehr Germany Saxophone KeilwerthBlake Ron USA Saxophone KeilwerthBraden Don USA Saxophone KeilwerthBrewer Pete USA Saxophone KeilwerthBurnett Fiona Australia Saxophone Keilwerththere are several hundred artists worldwide Julius KeilwerthSaxophones are our passionSince 1925, Keilwerth has been producing saxophones in a traditional way. 70 years of experience and expertise have made the company one of the leading saxophone makers world wide.Today and in future, this position is based on constant quality improvements and skilled craftsmanship combined with the most modern production techniques together with the company’s spirit and the commitment of its employees.It is a company making high value saxophones with feeling and passion which are preferred by many world class saxophone players.A continuous change of experience between Keilwerth and top musicians from all over the world has always been beneficial to the quality of the instruments and thus to the musician.Professionals and amateurs do not only value the quality associated with the Keilwerth name.Saxophone players of all types of music and styles also appreciate the reliable customer service provided by the company.The company Julius Keilwerth, established in 1925 started as a small woodwind shop and progressed within 10 years into one of the best known makers of saxophones worldwide. After World War II, Keilwerth moved to Nauheim, near Frankfurt. Until 1962 the company was managed by the founder Julius Keilwerth and then by his son Josef.Since 1970 Keilwerth has concentrated its efforts on the production of saxophones. Today a complete range, from soprano to bass is being produced. Accordingly Keilwerth is able to offer the right instrument for each musical style.HAS HIGH F# KEY, TEMPERED BLUE STEEL SPRINGS FOR BETTER KEY ACTION,PROTECTIVE KEY GUARDS, AND STURDY BELL BRACE.COMES COMPLETE WITH MOUTHPIECE, LIGATURE, CAP, STRAP, AND DELUXE FITTED CASE.THIS HORN HAS A ONE YEAR FACTORY WARRANTY.LOOKS AND SOUNDS SENSATIONAL!I AM A MUSIC DEALER AND REPAIRMAN. ANY INSTRUMENT CAN BE RETURNED FOR FULL VALUE AS A TRADE IN OR ON CONSIGNMENT FOR RESALE PROVIDED IT IS IN THE ORIGINAL CONDITION.ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE SHOP TESTED AND ADJUSTED TO PLAY PERFECTLY BEFORE SHIPMENT.IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL ME AT 978-745-5255.I HAVE BEEN PLAYING THE SAX PROFESSIONALLY FOR 35 YEARS.THE LAST GIG THAT I PLAYED WAS FOR FORMER PRESIDENT CLINTON AT A FUND RAISER FOR SENATOR KENNEDY IN BOSTON WITH THE JOHN PAYNE SAXOPHONE CHOIR.I HAVE BEEN REPAIRING SAXOPHONES FOR ALMOST 23 YEARS. WHEN I PLAYED THIS SAX I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN.I LIKE IT BETTER THAN ANY SELMER THAT I HAVE EVER PLAYED.Keilwerth IS ENGAGED IN ONE ONGOING PURSUIT - PERFECTING THE SAXOPHONE. BY FOCUSING ITS ATTENTION ON EACH INDIVIDUAL PART AND ON THE DISTINCTIVE SYSTEMS OF EACH INSTRUMENT, IT STRIVES TO EXPAND THE INSTRUMENT'S TONAL RANGE, PERFECT ITS INTONATION AND REFINE ITS ERGONOMICS. IMPROVEMENTS COME FROM MELDING CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY AND OLD-FASHIONED CRAFTSMANSHIP, WHILE INTEGRATING THE PLAYER'S PARTICIPATION AS A VITAL LINK IN THE DESIGN PROCESS.     Click here to visit my "About Me Page" and to learn more about me and my store.Please visit my eBay Store for more great  SAXOPHONES!Have a question about service? Call (978) 745-5255 10:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through FRIDAY       I am a trading assistant - I can sell items for you!   All instruments are shop-tested and adjusted to play perfectly before shipment. "It makes good sense to buy from people who service what they sell."   Julius Keilwerth is well known for its high quality professional jazz saxophones. With the ST-90 series of saxophones,  Keilwerth makes it possible for advancing students to take advantage of Keilwerth craftsmanship at a lower price. Any advancing student will sound phenomenal on a Keilwerth:IT allows for a full sound and easier emission of low notes, 2 hydraulically formed necks:1 straight and one curved for excellent intonation and response, high quality leather pads with metal resonators for enhanced sound emission,and an adjustable metal thumb rest that can be moved left or right and up or down.High F# key2 Hydraulically formed necksLeather pads with metal resonatorsStainless steel screwsgold lacquer with clear protective lacquer features Advantages low register easy to play at all dynamic levels imitation mother of pearl key inlaysConcave shape for playing comfort B-Bb-C# key mechanismMakes mechanism for little finger of left hand fast and easy to operate because of pivoted Bb keyThumb hook Adjustable left, right, and up and downfor the optimum hand positioning Excellent intonation and response leather pads with metal resonators High quality, long lasting. Improved soundprojection and clarity. 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