King Super 20 Alto Saxophone 290xxx Original Overhauled!

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This is the best jazz alto on the site right now. It kills. Kings have a bit of a learning curve because there are so many different versions of the Super 20, and each version has its particular features. This is one of the best versions of the Super 20 in my opinion, and comes from 1947-8. It has original lacquer, a solid silver, double socket neck, and full pearls (pearl side keys and G#).

Tonally, this is just a gorgeous alto to play. It has that “King thing” – a lively, projecting, soulful kind of core tone that is natural for jazz and lends itself to a wide range of settings. It is medium dark tonally for a Super 20 – Super 20s are robust and brightly lyrical generally, but this is more lush and thick than some of the later ones. It recently had a a full overhaul by the best repairman in Germany, Max Frei, for €1200 ($1475), and it is about as mechanically perfect now as it could possibly be. This means that you get 100% of the horn’s potential, and everything should be dialed in now for the next 5-10 years at least with only minimal tune ups, which is a big deal and a big plus.

This horn also includes a new BAM Softpak alto case, which is my favorite modern case for a Super 20. The Softpak is a $350 case, and is light, protective, and has a very comfortable shoulder strap. It’s also durable – I have used these for years without ever having a problem.

This is a turn-key purchase for a super example of a Super 20. This horn is going to make someone really happy!