{"product_id":"eastman-852-52nd-street-alto-saxophone","title":"Eastman 852 52nd Street Alto Saxophone","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Ultimate Fusion of Modern Precision and Vintage Saxophone Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Eastman EAS852 52nd Street Alto Saxophone blends the timeless character of vintage American saxophones with modern engineering. Developed in collaboration with acclaimed saxophonist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlex Hahn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, every detail has been refined to deliver a rich, expressive sound, exceptional response and effortless playability for today's professional performer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the instrument is Eastman's patented \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDS Mechanism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing outstanding key stability, faster action and a lighter touch. The large bell, enlarged bow and vintage-inspired body taper produce a broad, resonant tone with impressive projection, while rolled-style tone holes and an aged unlacquered brass finish contribute to its warm, complex voice and distinctive appearance. Precision construction ensures excellent intonation and consistency throughout the range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're performing on stage, recording in the studio or practising at home, the EAS852 offers the flexibility, dynamic range and tonal depth demanded by serious players.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Eb Alto Saxophone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeveloped in collaboration with Alex Hahn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatented DS Mechanism for enhanced key stability and response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-inspired body taper with enlarged bow and large bell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolled-style tone holes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged unlacquered brass finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh F# key\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjustable thumb rest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExclusive 52nd Street engraving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeluxe hard case included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaff Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the work that Eastman are doing with their latest line of instruments.  Having met Ryan Richman, one of the chief designers behind the 852 during a visit to our store recently, I was super inspired by the sheer passion and attention to detail that pours into their designs.  There is a real emphasis on the metal-work, as this is at the heart of the density of sound production; the brass is thin, but hard, and therefore light (like some of the best vintage horns).  There is a one piece body and bell, with a single 'brazed' seam - all this contributes to the beautiful core sound that we experience.  I also LOVE the feeling of the keywork; it is smooth, solid and seamless.  Now I understand why Alex Hahn is a happy man!          \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJim Cheek\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist Review\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen I first started playing the 52nd Street alto it was the first time I truly felt like I was playing like myself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex Hahn\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Musical Instruments Europe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57356060524917,"sku":"EAS852","price":4238.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0301\/6081\/4139\/files\/Eastman-EAS852.jpg?v=1784121801","url":"https:\/\/saxshop.com\/es\/products\/eastman-852-52nd-street-alto-saxophone","provider":"SAX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}