{"title":"Featured on homepage","description":"\u003cp\u003eA selection of carefully checked vintage saxophones, clarinets and special instruments from the Special Sax workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sml-rev-d-altsaxofoon-1955","title":"SML Rev. D Alto Saxophone (ca. 1955) – Professionally Overhauled","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/specialsax.nl\/collections\/tweedehands-saxofoons\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #1a73e8; color: white; padding: 12px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n    View all vintage saxophones\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSML Rev. D Alto Saxophone (ca. 1955) – Professionally Overhauled \u0026amp; Stripped Lacquer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOffered for sale: a rare \u003cstrong\u003eSML Rev. D alto saxophone\u003c\/strong\u003e, serial number \u003cstrong\u003e12903\u003c\/strong\u003e, built around 1955 in France. This legendary vintage saxophone has been professionally overhauled and is in excellent playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument features a \u003cstrong\u003estripped lacquer finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a beautiful raw brass appearance and a more open, resonant tone. This saxophone includes the iconic characteristics of the Rev. D series, including \u003cstrong\u003erolled tone holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable pinky cluster\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the deep, warm sound for which these instruments are highly regarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessionally overhauled\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStripped lacquer finish with raw brass appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginal rolled tone holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable pinky cluster\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarm and powerful vintage French tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast and responsive action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReady to play\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes vintage case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e SML Rev. D\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alto Saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1955\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12903\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stripped lacquer \/ raw brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professionally overhauled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis SML Rev. D is an excellent choice for advanced players, professionals, and collectors looking for a vintage alto saxophone with character, projection, and a distinctive French sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch an SML Rev. D in action\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zyDocuC3zYc\" title=\"SML Rev. D Alto Saxophone Demo\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Sax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56291686842749,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/7654\/4381\/files\/SML_Rev._D_Altsaxofoon_1955_in_koffer.jpg?v=1751200812"},{"product_id":"buffet-crampon-rc-bb-klarinet-vintage","title":"Buffet Crampon RC Bb Clarinet – Vintage – Paris","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Buffet Crampon RC Bb clarinet, built in Paris.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an early RC model made of grenadilla wood, prized for its warm, centered tone and excellent intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument has recently been professionally overhauled by a specialized external workshop and is in good playing condition. The clarinet has been fully inspected and is ready to play immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn excellent choice for the advanced clarinetist seeking a professional instrument with a classic French character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Buffet Crampon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModel: RC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSystem: Boehm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Grenadilla wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBell: with metal ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBarrel length: 64.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSerial number: F188265\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecently fully overhauled (external workshop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNew pads and corks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeywork carefully adjusted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo cracks in the wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReady to play immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTone and playing feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Buffet Crampon RC is known for its characteristic bore, developed for a warm, round tone with excellent control and stable intonation across the entire range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the model particularly suitable for orchestral playing and chamber music, as well as for the advanced player looking for a reliable professional instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIncludes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginal case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is sold on consignment by us. The overhaul was carried out by a specialized external workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wereldmuziekschool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57801433121149,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/7654\/4381\/files\/Buffet_Crampon_RC_Bb_klarinet.jpg?v=1775913054"},{"product_id":"conn-new-wonder-ii-chu-berry-alt-saxofoon-1927","title":"Conn New Wonder II “Chu Berry” Alto Saxophone – c. 1927 (Fully Overhauled)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully overhauled – ready to play – no additional costs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally beautiful and professionally overhauled Conn New Wonder II alto saxophone from around 1927, also known as the \"Chu Berry\". This instrument is in very neat, almost new-looking condition and has been made fully ready to play by Specialsax.nl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument is immediately ready for use without further costs or adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this instrument is special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery neat visual condition for an instrument of this age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully overhauled and immediately ready for use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Conn sound combined with modern playing comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for both serious players and collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional overhaul\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saxophone has been completely inspected and overhauled by Specialsax.nl. This included checking and, where necessary, replacing pads, renewing corks and felt, fully adjusting the mechanism, and optimizing playing comfort and intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an instrument that plays lightly and is technically completely reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe New Wonder II is known for its characteristic sound: warm, full and broad, with strong projection and a rich vintage timbre with great depth. This saxophone offers a sound character that is unmatched by many modern instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent choice for jazz, blues, and other styles where character and expression are central.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e C.G. 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This type of clarinet offers additional possibilities in fingering and technique compared to the standard Boehm system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instrument is built from grenadilla wood and features silver-plated keywork. Thanks to its solid construction and extensive key system, this is an interesting choice for the advanced player looking for more flexibility in playing and technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Buffet Crampon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: F146831 (approx. late 60s \/ early 70s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersion: extended mechanism (Full Boehm \/ extra keys)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: grenadilla wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cracks in the wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clarinet has recently been professionally overhauled by an external specialized workshop and is in good playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is being sold by us on consignment. 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Technically fully in order and ready for immediate professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Selmer Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Mark VI Tenor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: M190990\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of manufacture: approx. 1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePads: MusicMedic Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonators: metal resonators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: professionally overhauled and ready to play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes without mouthpiece but with gig bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-month warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound and Playing Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Mark VI speaks easily, has a rich core in the mid-range, and maintains its focus and carrying power across the full range. 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You benefit from the expertise, control, and service of Special Sax, including warranty and aftercare.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Selmer Super Action 80 Series I tenor saxophone is offered on behalf of the family of the previous owner. For years, this saxophone was a faithful musical companion within the big band repertoire. Now, this beautiful instrument is looking for a new musician to make music with again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Super Action 80 Series I is one of the most beloved professional tenor saxophones from Selmer Paris. Many saxophonists appreciate these early SA80 models for their powerful projection, rich tone, and immediate response. The instrument feels familiar, responds easily, and is suitable for jazz, big band, and light music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis saxophone is technically in excellent playing condition. Pads and corks have been replaced where necessary, the mechanism has been carefully adjusted, and the tuning has been checked. 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