{"product_id":"buffet-crampon-400-series-professional-alto-saxophone-gold-lacquer-sn-2100264s","title":"Buffet Crampon 400 Series Professional Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon 400 Series Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffet Crampon 400 Series is an established professional alto saxophone designed for advancing and experienced players who want a versatile instrument from one of France's longstanding woodwind makers. This gold-lacquered instrument features extensive floral engraving throughout the neck, body, bow, bell, and key cups, giving the 400 Series a distinctive presentation while retaining the familiar layout and musical flexibility expected of a professional Eb alto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon 400 Series Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 400 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Buffet Crampon zippered carrying case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, polishing cloth, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 2100264S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Its lacquer remains bright and glossy, with light handling marks consistent with careful use. The visible keywork, pearl-colored touches, guards, neck cork, and case are intact and well presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 400 Series Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 400 Series is suited to advanced students, educators, doublers, and professional players seeking a responsive alto with a centered tonal concept and useful projection. Its flexible professional design is appropriate for concert ensembles, jazz settings, chamber playing, teaching, and commercial work, particularly for musicians who want Buffet Crampon's approach to saxophone design at an accessible point within the professional category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Buffet Crampon 400 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 400 Series fit within Buffet Crampon's saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 400 Series occupies a professional position in Buffet Crampon's saxophone range. It is intended for serious players who need professional construction and musical flexibility without moving to the company's more specialized premium models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the lacquered construction contribute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lacquer protects the brass surface and gives the instrument its polished appearance. Any tonal difference attributed to finish is subtle and remains secondary to mouthpiece choice, setup, and the individual player's sound concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat musical settings suit the 400 Series alto?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts professional classification and conventional Eb alto configuration make it suitable for concert band, jazz ensemble, chamber music, teaching, doubling, and solo performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Buffetlogo\/Buffetlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Buffetlogo\/Buffetlogo0.jpg\" alt=\"x\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Buffet Crampon dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53954600042861,"sku":"BCAS-2100264S","price":1189.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7137890.jpg?v=1789263972","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/buffet-crampon-400-series-professional-alto-saxophone-gold-lacquer-sn-2100264s","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}