Eastman Model EAS652RL '52nd Street' Alto Saxophone SN 11534465

Eastman EAS652RL 52nd Street Eb Alto Saxophone Overview

The Eastman EAS652RL 52nd Street Eb Alto Saxophone is a professional alto saxophone built for players who want a vintage-style, unlacquered look and a fast, responsive feel across the full range of the instrument. Its larger bell and rolled-style tone holes support a broad, centered sound, and the design is intended to deliver precise intonation and consistent response from low register through altissimo. This example is in very lightly used condition and is offered with its deluxe case.

Eastman EAS652RL 52nd Street Eb Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Instrument type: Eb alto saxophone
• Key: Eb
• Keywork: High F# key
• Finish: Aged unlacquered brass finish
• Bell: Large bell
• Tone holes: Rolled-style tone holes
• Neck: “S” neck
• Engraving: Special 52nd St. engraving
• Case: New Protec MX304 case with storage pockets and backpack straps
• Accessories included: None

Condition & Setup

This Eastman EAS652RL is in excellent used condition. After some expert dent repair and a brace replacement, it looks and plays great. Professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper regulation, response, and intonation.

Who the EAS652RL Alto Saxophone Is For

The Eastman EAS652RL 52nd Street is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for serious players who want a vintage-inspired sound concept and feel in a modern build. It is well suited to lead alto work, small-group jazz, commercial playing, and any setting where a big, fat core sound and clear pitch center are priorities, while the responsive keywork supports quick articulation and comfortable control throughout the registers. The larger bell and rolled-style tone holes are central to what distinguishes this model within Eastman’s lineup, aligning the response and tonal breadth with the character many players associate with classic vintage horns.

Common Questions About The Eastman EAS652RL

Is the Eastman EAS652RL suitable for professional use?

Yes. The EAS652RL is a professional-model alto saxophone designed for full-register response, precise intonation, and a broad, centered tonal profile appropriate for demanding performance and studio work.

What does “aged unlacquered brass finish” mean for appearance and upkeep?

An unlacquered finish means the brass is not sealed with lacquer, so it can naturally oxidize and develop patina with handling and time. This is normal and part of the vintage appearance; routine wiping after playing helps manage cosmetic changes.

What features contribute most to the EAS652RL sound?

The large bell and rolled-style tone holes are key design elements associated with a broader, more expansive sound and a quick, lively response, while the model’s setup aims for stable intonation across registers.

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