{"product_id":"eastman-eas850-rue-saint-georges-professional-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-a2440455","title":"Eastman EAS850 'Rue Saint-Georges' Professional 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 from Eastman's current professional lineup. Its design combines a traditional lacquered alto concept with modern ergonomic provisions, giving advanced and professional players a versatile platform for ensemble, solo, teaching, and commercial work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EAS650 Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: 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: Deluxe Eastman hard case with shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Eastman mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, and cork grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: A2440455\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model EAS650 is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The lacquer remains bright and glossy, with only a few faint superficial marks around portions of the engraved bell and body. The visible keywork and neck cork are intact, and the instrument presents in excellent overall cosmetic condition.\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 suited to advanced students, working saxophonists, teachers, and serious ensemble players seeking a current professional alto with a traditional lacquered presentation and an adjustable playing setup. Compared with the EAS850, the EAS650 offers the Rue Saint-Georges concept in a more straightforward configuration with one R neck and a conventional mechanism.\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 EAS850?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAS650 uses a conventional mechanism and includes one R neck. The EAS850 adds Eastman's DS mechanism and includes both R and S necks; both models belong to the professional Rue Saint-Georges alto family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich neck is supplied with the EAS650?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEastman specifies its R neck for the EAS650. Players comparing professional altos should evaluate neck response, resistance, and intonation with their preferred mouthpiece and reed setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat playing settings suit the EAS650?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts professional configuration is appropriate for classical, jazz, commercial, teaching, chamber, and large-ensemble work.\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":53857844527469,"sku":"EAS650-CRA2440455","price":1869.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7135476.jpg?v=1788372839","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-eas850-rue-saint-georges-professional-alto-saxophone-in-lacquer-sn-a2440455","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}