{"product_id":"eastman-eas652-52nd-street-alto-saxophone-in-aged-unlacquered-brass-sn-a2440279","title":"Eastman EAS652 '52nd Street' Alto Saxophone in Aged Unlacquered Brass","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS652 Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Eastman EAS652 52nd Street is a professional Eb alto saxophone for players who want a vintage-leaning design concept within Eastman's professional saxophone line. The model is built around an aged unlacquered brass finish, large bell, rolled-style tone holes, special 52nd St engraving, and an S neck, giving it a distinct identity alongside Eastman's Rue Saint-Georges professional models.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS652 Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eFinish: Aged unlacquered brass\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKeywork: High F# key\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBody Features: Large bell, rolled-style tone holes, special 52nd St engraving\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eNeck: S neck\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe Eastman case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eSerial Number: A2440279\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis floor model instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. It shows minor handling wear, including fine superficial scuffs, light scratches, and natural variation in the aged unlacquered brass finish. The neck cork is intact, the visible keywork and pearl touches are present, and the included Eastman case is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the EAS652 Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe EAS652 is intended for advancing and professional saxophonists who want an alto with a centered professional platform and a more vintage-inspired design approach. Its large bell, rolled-style tone holes, aged unlacquered brass finish, and S neck make it especially appropriate for players exploring jazz, commercial work, solo playing, and ensemble settings where tonal color and response are central to the choice of instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Eastman EAS652\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the EAS652 fit within Eastman's saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe EAS652 is part of Eastman's professional alto saxophone lineup. Compared with the EAS650 Rue Saint-Georges model, the EAS652 52nd Street uses an aged unlacquered brass finish, large bell, rolled-style tone holes, special 52nd St engraving, and an S neck.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the 52nd Street design concept offer a player?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 52nd Street design combines professional keywork with vintage-inspired construction details. Players considering this model are typically looking for tonal flexibility, color, and a saxophone that feels connected to jazz and commercial saxophone traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the aged unlacquered brass finish mainly cosmetic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe finish is part of the model's identity and gives the instrument its distinctive visual character. Players often choose unlacquered saxophones for their feel, response, and patina, but the right choice still depends on the individual player's tonal concept and setup preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e \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\" alt=\"Eastman Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/EastmanLogo\/EastmanLogo1.jpg\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \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":53763602612589,"sku":"EAS652-CRA2440279","price":2039.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7133423.jpg?v=1787115412","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-eas652-52nd-street-alto-saxophone-in-aged-unlacquered-brass-sn-a2440279","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}