{"product_id":"eastman-eas451-intermediate-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","title":"Eastman EAS451 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS451 Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eastman EAS451 is an intermediate Eb alto saxophone designed for advancing players who need a more developed instrument than a beginning school model while keeping a familiar, dependable response. Eastman places the EAS451 in its performance saxophone range, with features aimed at improving adjustment stability, ergonomic comfort, and upper-register access. This new instrument is finished in gold lacquer and includes the accessory package expected for a complete advancing-player setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS451 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: EAS451\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer body and keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: High F# key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustment Features: Left-hand and right-hand section adjustment screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumbrest: Adjustable thumbrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe case with storage pockets, backpack straps, and shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Eastman Protégé mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, Légère Signature reed, cork grease, swab, polish cloth, and neck strap\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 Eastman EAS451 is in excellent working order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The gold lacquered body, keys, neck, pads, guards, and engraving are presented in new condition. No wear, dents, corrosion, missing keywork, cracks, or repairs are noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the EAS451 Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAS451 is well suited to advancing students, serious school musicians, and adult players who want an intermediate alto saxophone with a fuller feature set than a basic student model. Its high F# key, adjustable thumbrest, and section adjustment screws make it a practical choice for ensemble playing, private study, jazz band, concert band, and continued technical development. Players looking for a dependable step-up alto with modern ergonomics and a complete accessory package will be the natural fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Eastman EAS451\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the EAS451 fit within Eastman saxophones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAS451 sits above Eastman's student alto saxophone models as a performance-level, intermediate alto. It is designed for players who have moved beyond the earliest stages of playing and need an instrument with more refined features for continued study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the high F# key add for an advancing alto saxophonist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high F# key provides a dedicated fingering for the written high F# above the standard palm-key range. This is useful for advancing repertoire, jazz ensemble parts, and technical studies that extend into the upper register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the EAS451 appropriate for school and private-study use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The EAS451 is a strong fit for middle school, high school, and private-study players who are ready for an intermediate instrument with a more complete feature set than a basic student alto saxophone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/EastmanLogo\/EastmanLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/EastmanLogo\/EastmanLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"Eastman 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 Eastman dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53766546096493,"sku":"EAS451-NU","price":1699.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7133784.jpg?v=1787159230","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-eas451-intermediate-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}