// EASTMAN 52nd St.Model Tenor Saxophone ETS852 Supervised by Bob Mintzer // Eastman, a major American musical instrument manufacturer, has exclusively collaborated with Bob Mintzer, one of the world's leading jazz saxophone masters, to create a masterpiece that will be his new favorite instrument! Winning Best In Show at the NAMM Show in 2023, the world's largest musical instrument trade show, this is a masterpiece that we are confident in and would recommend to any jazz tenor player! ■Designed in collaboration with Bob Mintzer The Eastman design team worked exclusively with renowned saxophonist Bob Mintzer to create It elevates the 52nd Street family of saxophones to new standards of precision, elegance, and sound. With Bob's insight into professional playing preferences, Eastman perfected the horn of Bob's dreams: the 52nd Street ETS852 tenor saxophone. A classic American sound that combines elegance and precision It has a very responsive and accurate intonation across the entire range. It fills any venue with a big, fat sound with a clear core. Rolled tone holes, large bell, and unlacquered finish It contributes greatly to the concept of the classic American saxophone sound. ■Key setup that far exceeds the latest The most important response and sound are maintained while retaining the good old taste. It is skillfully combined with the latest patented mechanism "DS mechanism", This is the result of a keywork design that offers players unparalleled stability and elegance. In addition, by adopting a riser mechanism made by craftsmen at Eastman's in-house flute brand, "HAYNES," This allows for smooth and accurate key action. With his experience as a metal engraver, the thumb rest and bell support are beautifully shaped and fit comfortably in the hand. The finger shells are sterling silver plated to prevent slipping. ■Newly designed M-neck that maximizes possibilities The Mintzer "M" neck was developed to create the ultimate tenor saxophone, and its playing feel is It gives the player the feeling that they are one with the instrument, and produces a solid sound even when playing with little force. In addition, it also comes with an "S" neck, which provides a tighter playing feel.■Specifications・Key: B♭ Body Material: Yellow Brass Finish: No lacquer, anodized finish Included Keys: High-F#, Front F, Seesaw-type Left-Hand Pinky Key, Low C# Open Stop, Metal Thumb Hook, Thumb Rest, Large Bell, Rolled Tone Holes (Right-Hand Keys to Bass)・DS mechanism (patented)・Engraving: Special 52nd St. engraving ・Neck: 1 M neck, 1 S neck Main accessories: Genuine semi-hard case (square type/backpack style available)・EASTMAN mouthpiece/ligature/mouthpiece cap ・plug cap ・cork grease ・body swab ・polishing cloth ・strap ・manufacturer's warranty ・Wind Bros original cloth