From the archive: Abbott Premier By Martin

This Abbott Premier alto saxophone is a Martin stencil from the late 1920s. This allows you to see and hear a number of typical Martin characteristics of this instrument. The sax has soldered tone holes and this instrument is comparable to the Martin Handcraft model. This Abbott Premier also has the characteristic robust Martin sound. This alto saxophone does not have a quick-f. The paint is still original. What is a stencil? A stencil saxophone is built by an established manufacturer (such as Martin, Conn and Buescher), but for a different (smaller) brand or shop. So the sax is basically a Martin, Conn or Buescher, but with a different (brand) name engraved on the bell. This was done for several reasons. Most stencils were built from the late 1920s. This enabled saxophone manufacturers to continue to build during the crisis years and to meet the demand for cheaper saxophones. All second-hand instruments are professionally checked before sale and, if necessary, completely overhauled in our own workshop. Checking saxophones means that the keys are adjusted, the shafts oiled, the pads cleaned and that the instrument is played all the way through. In case of overhaul, the saxophone is completely disassembled and rebuilt, with new pads and corks. That is why we offer a standard 1 year warranty and 1 year free service and maintenance on our used saxophones, just like on our new saxophones. With an occasion saxophone from Van Gorp you know for sure that you are in the right place! Of course, our occasion saxophones can be tested in our store without obligation. Our employees are happy to give you expert advice when selecting an instrument.

Price: SOLD

Brand: Abbott

Category: Alto