Keilwerth SX90R Tenor Saxophone - Black Nickel Plated/Gold Keys

A great sax for players wanting character and individuality.

A fully professional instrument with a tone reminiscent of the old Conn and Buescher saxes of the 1940s and a stunning look.

Description

Keilwerth's signature finish - black nickel plating with gold lacquer keys and inner bell. Black nickel plating is more than just a look, it's an additional layer of resonant metal that adds some extra clarity to the tone.

A few SX90R features that set it aside from it's competitors include:

Rolled tone holes - The rolled tone holes perform like miniature bell flares enhancing sound projection through every tone hole. They also give a softer feel and prolong pad life.

A larger bell and bow section - up to 30% larger giving the sax it’s characteristic BIG sound.

Adjustable palm keys – many players are dissatisfied with the fixed position of palm keys and fit risers to compensate.

G# key lifter - so it never sticks – solving the most common saxophone problem.

Features

• Material: German Brass

• Finish: Black nickel plated with clear lacquer

• Key Touches: White mother of pearl

• Neck: Keilwerth SX90R

• Engraving: Precision laser engraved

• Case: Rectangular with back pack straps

• Mouthpiece: Ebonite Keilwerth

• Made in: Germany

• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year

• Recommended for: Serious players looking for a distinctive instrument

Review

The SX90R is long established as one of the World's best saxes...and just a little different from it's main competitors. While others followed the French route, Keilwerth developed along the more vintage American lines of Conn & Buescher. The end result is a sax that feels a bit bigger in your hands - well, because it is! Don't worry, you soon get used to it and the benefits in sound are literally huge! To hear what a Keilwerth can do have a listen to Dave Liebman, James Moody, Nick Brignola, Ernie Watts, and Kirk Whalum. Phill (Sax.co.uk)