{"product_id":"eastman-ebs453-intermediate-eb-baritone-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-a2690057","title":"Eastman EBS453 Intermediate Eb Baritone Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EBS453 Baritone Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eastman EBS453 is a Performance-series low A baritone saxophone designed for advancing musicians who need a more developed feature set than a student baritone while remaining below Eastman's professional models. Its extended range, adjustable mechanism, and reinforced low-key design make it a practical choice for concert ensembles, saxophone sections, jazz settings, and doubling work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman EBS453 Baritone Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Baritone saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Range: Low A to high F#\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer body and keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism: Left- and right-hand section adjustment screws with adjustable thumbrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Keywork: Double-braced low C, B, Bb, and A keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Eastman-branded hardshell wheeled case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cap, ligature, cork grease, swab, polishing cloth, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: A2690057\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. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The exterior presents in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright, glossy lacquer and intact visible keywork, guards, rods, and pearl-style key touches. The lacquered neck and cork are present, and the instrument is supplied with its wheeled case and listed accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the EBS453 Baritone Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EBS453 is well suited to advancing students, educators, woodwind doublers, and serious ensemble musicians seeking the broad, foundational voice of a low A baritone saxophone. Its range and reinforced low keywork support concert band, saxophone ensemble, jazz ensemble, pit orchestra, and community performance use, while its position in Eastman's Performance line makes it a useful step between student construction and the company's professional baritone models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Eastman EBS453\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the low A key add to a baritone saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low A key extends the written range one semitone below low Bb. That note is frequently useful in modern concert band, saxophone ensemble, big band, and pit orchestra writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the EBS453 differ from the Eastman EBS251?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EBS453 belongs to Eastman's Performance line and adds low A and high F# keys, section adjustment screws, and double bracing on the low-key mechanism. The student EBS251 is a low Bb baritone with a simpler specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the reinforced low-key mechanism useful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe double bracing supports the long low C, B, Bb, and A key arms, helping the mechanism maintain stable alignment under regular ensemble use.\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":67625900048749,"sku":"EBS453-A2690057","price":3599.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7139558.jpg?v=1791318905","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-ebs453-intermediate-eb-baritone-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-a2690057","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}