{"product_id":"eastman-eas650-rue-saint-georges-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-a2440461","title":"Eastman EAS650 'Rue Saint-Georges' Alto Saxophone in Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS650 Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eastman EAS650 Rue Saint-Georges is a professional Eb alto saxophone for players seeking a modern lacquered instrument with a traditional professional design. Eastman positions the EAS650 within its professional alto lineup, pairing the Rue Saint-Georges design with an R neck, French bead wire, adjustable thumb rest, and deluxe engraving. It is a versatile choice for advanced ensemble, chamber, jazz, commercial, and solo work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS650 Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: EAS650 Rue Saint-Georges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper Range Key: High F#\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Eastman R neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb Rest: Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Eastman deluxe fitted case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, swab, polish cloth, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: A2440461\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. The lacquer remains bright and glossy, the deluxe bell engraving is well defined, and the visible keywork, guards, pearls, neck hardware, and cork are intact. The instrument includes its fitted Eastman case and the accessories listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the EAS650 Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAS650 is intended for advanced students, educators, and professional saxophonists who want a lacquered professional alto with familiar ergonomics and a conventional high-F# configuration. Within Eastman's professional range, it suits musicians who prefer the Rue Saint-Georges concept and R-neck setup rather than the aged unlacquered, large-bell design of the 52nd St. EAS652. Its traditional configuration supports concert, jazz, chamber, commercial, and doubling applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Eastman EAS650\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the EAS650 differ from the Eastman EAS652?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAS650 uses a lacquer finish, an R neck, French bead wire, and Rue Saint-Georges engraving. The EAS652 follows Eastman's 52nd St. concept with an aged unlacquered brass finish, a large bell, rolled-style tone holes, and an S neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the EAS650 compare with the EAS850?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are professional Rue Saint-Georges alto saxophones. The EAS850 adds Eastman's DS mechanism and includes both R and S necks, while the EAS650 uses the R neck and a more conventional professional keywork configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the high F# key add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high F# key provides a dedicated fingering for the upper written F# and is a familiar feature on many modern professional alto saxophones. Players may still use alternate and overtone-based fingerings according to voicing and musical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-professional-saxophone-comparison-guide\"\u003eGuide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67866548404589,"sku":"EAS650-CRA2440461","price":2135.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Eastman-EAS650-Rue-Saint-Georges-Alto-Saxophone-in-Lacquer.jpg?v=1793528548","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-eas650-rue-saint-georges-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-a2440461","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}