{"product_id":"eastman-model-ets852-52nd-street-tenor-saxophone-sn-a2470245","title":"Eastman Model ETS852 '52nd Street' 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 Tenor Saxophone is a professional Bb tenor saxophone designed for players who want the response, tonal breadth, and vintage-inspired character associated with classic French and American tenor designs. This model features an aged unlacquered brass finish, a large bell, rolled-style tone holes, Eastman’s DS mechanism, and two interchangeable necks developed with Bob Mintzer. The result is an instrument with quick, light action, strong projection, and a broad, centered sound that can be tailored for different playing situations. This example was acquired directly from the manufacturer and has seen only light use as a demo or display instrument.\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\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Aged unlacquered brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: ETS852 52nd Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument type: Tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: DS mechanism with High F# 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\u003eNecks: Includes both M and S necks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraving: Special 52nd Street engraving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Deluxe case with storage pockets and backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Original mouthpiece, cap, and ligature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: A2470245\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is offered as open box and was purchased directly from the manufacturer. It has seen extremely light use as a demo or display model. Our shop has professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested the saxophone, and it is complete with the original case and original accessories.\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 Eastman ETS852 52nd Street Tenor Saxophone is a professional Bb tenor saxophone for advancing and professional players who want vintage-style tonal character with modern keywork and versatility. It is especially well suited to jazz, commercial, and solo playing, while remaining flexible enough for ensemble and studio work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tonal profile is broad, resonant, and centered, with precise intonation and strong response across all registers. The included S and M necks give the player meaningful control over feel and sound: the S neck offers an open, broad tone, while the M neck provides the most open and biggest sound within the outfit. The DS mechanism and refined keywork help the instrument feel quick and light under the fingers, which distinguishes the ETS852 within the professional tenor saxophone category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About The Eastman ETS852\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Eastman ETS852 a professional tenor saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The ETS852 52nd Street is a professional Bb tenor saxophone. Its design features include Eastman’s DS mechanism, two interchangeable necks, a large bell, rolled-style tone holes, and an unlacquered brass finish intended to appeal to serious players seeking a vintage-inspired professional instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the included S and M necks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ETS852 includes both an S neck and an M neck to give the player more flexibility from a single instrument. According to Eastman’s design concept, the S neck offers an open, broad tone, while the M neck produces the most open and biggest sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat condition is this saxophone in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an open-box example with only very light demo or display use. It was purchased directly from the manufacturer and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our shop. It includes the original case, mouthpiece, cap, and ligature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/EastmanLogo\/EastmanLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Eastman Logo\" align=\"Middle\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/EastmanLogo\/EastmanLogo1.jpg\"\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":53276455010669,"sku":"ETS852-CRA2470245","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Eastman-Model-ETS852-52nd-Street-Tenor-Saxophone_52f46c85.jpg?v=1777717573","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/eastman-model-ets852-52nd-street-tenor-saxophone-sn-a2470245","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}