Oops, done it again (as well)

[jonf]

Oh no, the perils of ebay. I now have a super-cheapo curved sop courtesy of the Devil's Junkyard. It's a Blessing (that's the make, not some statement of faith), in good nick, pads, springs, etc all fine, cost the princely sum of eighty five quid. Blows nicely, and plays in tune. OK, the standard of construction is a bit crude, but hey, for that price I can't complain. And the big bonus is that I can reach the palm keys, something I can't do with my otherwise lovely Buescher True Tone. They're just toooo low, even with risers fittted.

I just love the toy-like size and feel of the curved sop

 

[daveysaxboy]

When my 2 new soprano's come,when is the thing i will have 3 soprano's & dont ask why,still puzzeled myself on that 1.Keeping my Mauriat now,that was a daft thought that day. :whistle:

 

[Col9]

Hello Jon, my names Colin and I to am a saxaholic. I haven't had a new sax for nearly 4 days now. Don't worry Jon were here if you're tempted again or if you just need to chat. :laugh:

I saw a few on those on ebay a month or so ago and yes I was tempted. Glad it plays ok. How do mean "crude" construction wise?

Col.

 

[jools]

Col, everyone, my names Jools, and I too am a saxaholic. However, I've been dry for 6 weeks now since my last weakness: an Ebay import from China. I did have a minor slip, and have three mouthpieces - no four - since then though.

 

[jonf]

Col9 wrote:

I saw a few on those on ebay a month or so ago and yes I was tempted. Glad it plays ok. How do mean "crude" construction wise?

Col.

Octave key mech is badly made, and imprecise. Works OK but needs pushing in a long way. Nothing a competent technician couldn't tidy up. Engraving is right through to bare brass, which has then corroded, giving a slightly rusty look. Some bits of finish a bit rough. Some pads slightly off centre on the holes, bit all seal fine. That's it really.