Conn 28M Constellation

In original and almost mint condition : very rare..This sax is completely different compared to any other sax! Heres some info found online :These saxophones were redesigned, utilizing many ideas from Allen Loomis (Conns resident saxophone visionary) and Hugh Loney, with input from Santy Runyon, with the aim of creating a saxophone that had extremely slick keywork and a very balanced scale . The keywork is mechanically quite different from any other saxophone and has been built from the ground up with the goal of reducing mechanical friction. There are no pivot screws anywhere on this saxophone, instead the long rods have a very long hinge rod with the middle machined down so only the ends touch. The G# has a very unique torsion mechanism to provide a G# feel that is smooth throughout the range. The side keys are designed so that the angle and distance of travel is the same for each key. There are adjustment screws on the upper and lower stacks as well as the left hand pinky table. The bell keys are on the left side, and the pants guard/bell keyguard is a large acrylic plate that was designed with the idea in mind of allowing the horn to vent properly regardless of playing position or clothing choice. The octave mechanism has three pips (octave vents), one on the neck and two on the body, which has the end result of a very clear middle D and no hiss on the A or G#, as well as excellent intonation. The keywork in general is very light, and the pearls are larger than usual for Conn and a little flatter. The overall feeling is of a very light horn, extremely slick, easy to play, excellent intonation, and very even throughout.Condition : The sax was completely overhauled by previous owner in 2015, and is in almost mint condition. No dents or repairs! The lacquer is in pristine condition, with only light lacquer wear on the neck and some touch points on the keywork. Two amber rollers are a bit worn: that's all. Just have a look at the pictures and judge for yourself: a nicer 28M is almost impossible to find!The acryl keyguard is original, and in great shape. It shows a couple of hair cracks around the screws, but its complete and no piece is broken off.It comes with the original case, also in perfect condition. No damage, only light wear.Warranty : As-is : no warranty.Level : professionalBody : Lacquer : original lacquer.Condition : mint.Visual : no issues.Repairs : none.Engraving : sharp.Keywork : Lacquered, with light lacquer wear .Condition : very good. A couple of the amber rollers are damaged.Pads : very good.Neck : Original neck: lacquered.Condition : very good, with light lacquer wear.Features : Double socket neck / original acryl keyguard / completely different keywork.Case : original Conn 28M case.Case condition : very good condition.History : Imported from the US in 2015. No further history available.

Price: 2995 EUR

Brand: Conn

Category: Alto

Seller Location: The Netherlands