{"product_id":"eastman-ets852-52nd-street-professional-tenor-saxophone-sn-a2570464","title":"Eastman ETS852 '52nd Street' Professional Tenor Saxophone","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman ETS852 52nd Street Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eastman ETS852 52nd Street is a professional Bb tenor saxophone for players drawn to a vintage-inspired tonal concept with contemporary keywork. Positioned in Eastman's professional tenor line, the ETS852 combines the established 52nd Street design identity with the expanded DS mechanism and a distinctive aged unlacquered brass presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastman ETS852 52nd Street Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: ETS852 52nd Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Aged unlacquered brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism: DS mechanism with high F-sharp key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: Large bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone Holes: Rolled-style tone holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Eastman fitted zippered case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Eastman tenor mouthpiece, cap, ligature, neck, neck strap, cork grease, swab, polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: A2570464\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 instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested. The intentionally aged surface shows fine scratches, handling marks, mottling, and patina-like variation. Localized blue-green oxidation is visible around the bell brace and nearby solder joints. The neck cork is installed and shows minor surface discoloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the ETS852 52nd Street Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ETS852 is intended for professional and advanced saxophonists who prefer the 52nd Street model's vintage-inspired identity while retaining modern keywork and a high F-sharp key. Its design is particularly relevant to jazz, commercial, solo, and contemporary ensemble players seeking a distinctive alternative to Eastman's lacquered Rue Saint-Georges tenor models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Eastman ETS852\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the ETS852 differ from the ETS652?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ETS852 adds Eastman's DS mechanism and is cataloged with both M and S necks. The ETS652 uses the standard 52nd Street mechanism and is cataloged with an M neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the aged unlacquered finish be maintained?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe moisture and fingerprints from the instrument after playing and avoid aggressive metal polish. Unlacquered brass naturally develops additional patina as it is handled and exposed to the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat professional settings suit the ETS852?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ETS852 is designed for professional tenor players working in jazz, commercial music, solo performance, and contemporary ensembles. Mouthpiece, reed, and player approach will shape how its 52nd Street tonal concept is expressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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":53858694988141,"sku":"ETS852-CRA2570464","price":3824.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7135614.jpg?v=1788376388","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-ets852-52nd-street-professional-tenor-saxophone-sn-a2570464","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}