{"product_id":"buffet-crampon-400-series-professional-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-2100874s","title":"Buffet Crampon 400 Series Professional Alto Saxophone in Lacquer SN 2100874S","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffet Crampon 400 Series Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffet Crampon 400 Series alto saxophone is a professional Eb alto from a maker long associated with serious woodwind design. Buffet Crampon positions the 400 Series as a professional saxophone line, making it a fitting choice for players who want a modern Buffet alto with a practical lacquer finish, decorative engraving, and an included backpack-style case.\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\u003eModel:  BC8401-1-0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Backpack-style alto saxophone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, polish cloth, and neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 2100874S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an open-box instrument with a very clean presentation and minimal visible cosmetic wear. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested, with put-into-playing-condition work noted along with necessary key corks, felts, pads, cleaning, oiling, and testing. The visible body, bell, neck, and keywork show no obvious dents or major structural damage.\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 alto saxophone is for advancing and professional players who want a contemporary professional alto with the clarity and flexibility expected from a modern lacquered saxophone. It is well suited to serious school and university players, educators, doublers, and working saxophonists who need an instrument appropriate for concert band, jazz ensemble, pit work, and general performance use without moving into a vintage-specific tonal concept.\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 Buffet 400 fit within Buffet Crampon's saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 400 Series is listed by Buffet Crampon USA as a professional saxophone series, positioned above student and introductory saxophone offerings and below more specialized premium models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of player should consider the Buffet Crampon 400 alto saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffet 400 alto is appropriate for a player who wants a professional-level alto saxophone for ensemble, teaching, doubling, and performance situations where dependable response, modern keywork, and a versatile tonal profile are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should a saxophonist evaluate when trying this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA player should pay close attention to response across the palm keys and low register, intonation tendencies, neck fit, right-hand ergonomics, and how the instrument's tonal center matches their mouthpiece and reed setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Buffetlogo\/Buffetlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; 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":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53645158646125,"sku":"BCAS-2100874S","price":1274.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7115934.jpg?v=1785684714","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/buffet-crampon-400-series-professional-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-2100874s","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}