Vintage Buescher 400 Top Hat & Cane Alto Sax # 331782

This is a sweet vintage Buescher 400 "Top Hat & Cane" model alto saxophone, serial number 331782. This horn was relacquered long ago and done extremely well, as you can see in the photos even the finest detail of the engraving remains sharp and pristine. Physically the horn is in great shape and should go for a bargain price.

This alto has no major dents, and just a few minor pings here and there that do not affect the sound or play of the instrument. Pads for the most part are in excellent condition. A few in the upper stack will probably need to be replaced but the majority are fine. All of them still have the original metal domed snap-in resonators. The horn also has all of its original gold plated Norton springs. This instrument will need a good regulation to get into top playing condition, there are a few minor leaks but physically the horn is straight so there won't be any surprises!

Once it is set up, this will be a smoking player. The good Top Hat & Cane horns have a sweet yet powerful sound, are among the most resonant altos you will find. This sax does come with its original neck, which has a couple pings but nothing severe, with the underslung octave key, and does ship in a hard case. Good luck in this no reserve auction.

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