Great blowing vintage Conn

Condition: In good used, and great playing condition.

Age: 1936

C.G. Conn Ltd made some of the finest saxophones in the world prior to the USA joining WW2 in 1941. The most famous of these were the M series, 6m alto, 10m tenor, and 12m baritone. These saxes were played by some of the all time greats including Coleman Hawkins, Charlie Parker, and Gerry Mulligan to name just a few.  

In terms of ergonomics they feel very different to modern horns. They feel small, fast, and compact under the fingers and do take a bit of getting used to. However; they sound amazing. They are, in my opinion, some of the finest sounding horns ever made. If you can get around the key-work you will be richly rewarded.

This one has the serial number 272XXX and was made in 1936. It is finished in an older re-lacquer with nickel plated key-work and looks ace. It is playing well on a set of older pads. There are very few, if any, horns that can match these early Conns in sound and bang for your buck. It does however feature the infamous ‘crossbar’ bell to body brace. 

As with all of our instruments, trials are both recommended and encouraged. Please book an appointment or get in touch if you would like any more information. This horn is a sale on commission instrument for a customer.