I got a big shipment of Super 400 alto and tenor yesterday, along with a load of our new Saxgourmet curved soprano. I'm still sore from unloading the truck!
The new version of the Super 400 differs from the previous model in that it has a new mechanism to prevent the dreaded sticking of the G# key. This is the same mechanism that is used on the Keilwerth SX-90 and some of the B&S horns. We obtained permission from the patent holder to use this system. The new version also has an improved F# helper mechanism and MUCH more engraving. I actually found a few blank spots! All of the other features found on the previous model are still there: two different necks, an upper stack speaker key, keywork to high G, Saxgourmet kangaroo leather pads with solid copper Maestro resonators, deep water abalone pearl key touches, and much more. We've also changed the material we used for the key silencers and upgraded the blued steel springs. The picture illustrates the new G# and F# mechanisms and some (but FAR from all) of the new engraving. We've got some inventory of alto and tenor (most of this shipment was pre-sold) and you can order from www.nationofmusic.com . Please note that we do NOT accept PayPal for instrument sales.
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