{"product_id":"cannonball-96-excalibur-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-e106844","title":"Cannonball 96 'Excalibur' Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannonball 96 Excalibur Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cannonball 96 Excalibur is an Eb alto saxophone that reflects the maker's recognizable approach to detailed engraving and traditional lacquered-brass construction. Its familiar alto configuration makes it a practical choice for musicians working across concert, jazz, commercial, and doubling settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannonball 96 Excalibur 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: 96 Excalibur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Touches: Pearl-style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Cannonball hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: E106844\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Documented work includes professional lubrication and adjustment. Cosmetic wear includes scattered scratches, lacquer loss, tarnish, oxidation, and discoloration, with more concentrated wear around the lower body, bow, neck, key guards, rods, and contact points. The fitted case shows exterior scuffs and tarnish on its hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 96 Excalibur Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96 Excalibur is suited to advancing and experienced saxophonists seeking a traditionally configured Eb alto for ensemble playing, jazz, commercial work, teaching, or doubling. Its lacquered-brass construction provides a familiar alto platform, while mouthpiece and reed selection allow the player to shape its response and tonal profile for the intended setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Cannonball 96 Excalibur\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does lacquered-brass construction affect an alto saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacquered brass is a conventional saxophone construction that offers a familiar balance of resonance, projection, and surface protection. Mouthpiece, reed, air concept, and mechanical setup remain major contributors to the resulting sound and response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the 96 Excalibur be evaluated against another alto saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlayers should compare response, intonation tendencies, keywork feel, low-register seal, palm-key response, and compatibility with their preferred mouthpiece. These player-specific checks provide more useful guidance than assuming every instrument of the same model responds identically.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67626800546157,"sku":"CAS-E106844","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7139978.jpg?v=1791352737","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/cannonball-96-excalibur-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-e106844","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}