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The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax
The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax

The Elkhart by Buescher (?) Alto Sax

$ 137.28

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Leadpipe Material: Silver
  • Skill Level: Intermediate
  • Condition: Very good vintage/used instrument. Completely functional with good vintage ergonomics and fairly fast action. Ready to play bottom to top, (high F). Slightly flattened bow and tiny dent above thumb rest, but otherwise undented. Silver plating 85%.
  • Custom Bundle: Yes
  • Exact Year: unknown
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Bell Material: Silver plate
  • Bundle Description: neck plug, new pad saver for dry storage (not pictured)
  • Key: Eb
  • Trumpet Type: Alto
  • Brand: Buescher (?)
  • Finish: Silver
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Model: The Elkhart (later Truetone style)

    Description

    Excellent refurbished alto with excellent tone and response. (It plays like my professional level vintage instruments.) I'm guessing that this is a late 1930s/early 40s instrument by Buescher, but my research is inconclusive. (Not the later version that featured the elk head engraving.) The Elkhart has been described online as an intermediate line made by Buescher. I'm guessing dates by the opposed bell keys, but more modern bow and unique octave key features. (See pictures) I've had the horn for a while and it can really sing! Very fast, workable action for a vintage horn. The pads are fairly new and in good condition. Corks and felts are also newer especially the neck cork. I had my tech put it in great condition. Plays in tune from bottom, (which speaks easily), to the top. No dents, not even small ones. This horn was very well treated its whole life. Modern rigid Protec case. (Stand, mouthpiece and neck strap - not included.) Serial #303-XX (If my ID isn't accurate please correct me!)