{"product_id":"conn-10m-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-worn-lacquer-sn-334915-restoration-project","title":"Conn 10M Professional Tenor Saxophone in Worn Lacquer RESTORATION PROJECT","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConn 10M Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Conn 10M is an \"as-is\" restoration project instrument that is not playable in its current condition. It will require a complete overhaul before musical use. The 10M is a respected vintage American professional tenor saxophone, long valued by players who appreciate a broad, projecting tonal concept and the substantial feel associated with classic Conn saxophone design. This instrument represents one of Conn's best-known tenor models and will be of particular interest to saxophonists, collectors, and technicians who understand the musical appeal of vintage professional horns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConn 10M Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Conn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 10M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Worn lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Black hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 334915\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Conn 10M is being sold As-Is, with functional condition not guaranteed. No current professional service, setup, or play-test is being claimed for this instrument. Cosmetically, it shows extensive lacquer loss, tarnish, patina, oxidation, scratches, scuffs, and worn areas across the body, bell, bow, keywork, and neck. The neck is included and shows aged cork and visible discoloration. The included black hard case shows exterior wear, scuffs, marked numbering, worn covering, aged trim, and interior wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 10M Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10M is for saxophonists drawn to classic American tenor saxophone design, especially players who value a broad tonal footprint, strong projection, and the character associated with vintage Conn professional instruments. It will make the most sense for an experienced player, collector, or repair technician who understands how older professional saxophones can vary from horn to horn and wants to evaluate a historically respected Conn tenor on its own merits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Conn 10M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Conn 10M known for among tenor saxophonists?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Conn 10M is widely respected as one of Conn's classic professional tenor saxophone designs, associated with a broad, powerful American tenor sound and a substantial playing feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 10M fit within vintage tenor saxophone options?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10M sits in the vintage American tenor tradition rather than the modern French-style design lineage, making it attractive to players who prefer a large tonal footprint and classic Conn ergonomics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should consider an As-Is Conn 10M?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn As-Is 10M is best suited to a player, collector, or repair technician who is prepared to address the pads, regulation, neck fit, and mechanical condition before relying on it for performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/connlogo\/connlogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/connlogo\/connlogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Conn Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized C.G. Conn dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53632563020141,"sku":"CTS-334915","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7128239.jpg?v=1785450091","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/conn-10m-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-worn-lacquer-sn-334915-restoration-project","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}