From the archive: Conn 10M Ladyface

This is one of the first 10M model tenors made by Conn during the 1930s. The serial number dates it to end 1935 according to the serial list found on Saxpics.com. This is the sought-after pre-war type with the rolled tone holes. It's a terrific horn to play, very free blowing! Lots of power, fast ergonomic keywork and a full sound, as can be expected from these horns.Condition : the sax has no damage or repairs and is in almost new condition. The sax was completely overhauled by its previous owner in the US in 2015. It was relacquered professionally with a dark honey lacquer, the engraving is crisp sharp as well as the serial number info field. I have seen lots of relacquered saxophones , and this is a true professional job! The original neck has no pulldown or damage.A full maintenance check was performed in Sept 2021 : completely disassembled, new oil on keywork, pads checked, tone holes checked, body and keywork cleaned, some cork renewed / teflon added for better performance, keywork aligned and neck receiver polished. All locking screws are present and intact.Warranty : as-is condition : no warranty.Level : professional.Body : Lacquer : relacquer.Condition : excellent.Visual : lacquer has some matt spots on backside of the bell.Repairs : none.Engraving : sharp Ladyface engraving.Keywork : Lacquered.Condition : excellent.Pads : in very good condition.Neck : Lacquered.Condition : excellent.Features : Rolled tone holes.Case : Original Conn case, with logo.Case condition : used, with marks on the outside, but still in very good functional condition.History : From first owner in the US, who passed away end 2016. His relatives sold the instrument in June 2021. It was played only a couple of times after the overhaul.Remarks : One of the best saxophones ever.. Just have a look on the internet forums and reviews on these early 10M horns. Lots of famous artists played on such a horn.

Price: SOLD

Brand: Conn

Category: Tenor