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- KING SUPER 20 ALTO SAXOPHONE SERIAL NUMBERS
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As the success of the Super 20 established it as one of the best saxophones of its era, a sterling silver bell was added as an option. Additionally, the mechanism was slightly modified for a faster action, and the bell size was slightly enlarged. Many of the changes involved the neck pipe, including an altered bore, a new, under-slung octave mechanism (called the "accelerated octave key") and a new leak-proof neck fitting. 1ĭespite claims to the contrary, the Super 20 is not a completely redesigned instrument, but is little more than a Zephyr Special with added enhancements and features. I can only assume that these instruments were produced from left over parts inventories.
KING SUPER 20 ALTO SAXOPHONE SERIAL NUMBERS
However, there are reliable reports of Super 20 horns with high serial numbers indicating later production dates. King was losing money on every Super 20 produced, and the line was discontinued in 1975. The underslung octave mechanism was discontinued, and these horns are generally considered to be of lesser quality and not as desirable. The socket neck was deleted around 390,000 and at 426,000 the production was moved from Cleveland to a new facility at Eastlake, Ohio. A silver neck was standard on the baritone, and I have seen one with a sterling silver bell. The mother of pearl touches were discontinued, but a Super 20 baritone was made available.
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The left hand pinky cluster was changed around serial number 300,000 and the sterling silver neck became an option around serial number 340,000. The initial run of Super 20%u2019s had the three ring strap hook of the Zephyr Special, and mother of pearl key touches. Patent 2533389 granted Decemapplied for August 27, 1948) was intended to provide more positive sealing and a lighter action, and became the trademark of the Super 20. The early examples were essentially Zephyr Specials with more elaborate engraving, but with a different neck. Returns are subject to a 3% restocking fee.After World War II, King introduced the legendary Super 20.
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US buyers are free to return the sax for any reason, provided you pay shipping and insurance both ways. This is a great sounding horn that feels locked in and has that characteristic power and projection that you can find in good Super 20's.Click here for a YouTube video of this horn in action. This sax was made in Cleveland, OH, before King was sold and moved to Eastlake, OH. The neck is sterling silver and single socket, which typically gives these Super 20's a bit more power. The sax is in great physical shape overall. As such, the pads are still in excellent/new condition and the horn feels great from top to bottom. He overhauled the horn a few years ago from USA Horn, and it's seen relatively little playing time since.
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This sax was previously owned by a professional saxophonist. For more info and additional high-resolution photos, visit !1966 423,xxx King Super 20 alto with approximately 55% original lacquer. Item: 284204820922 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video. 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 1 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 2 2 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 3 3 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 4 4 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 5 5 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 6 6 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 7 7 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 8 8 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 9 9 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 10 10 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 11 11 of 12 1966 King Super 20 Alto Saxophone, Cleveland Era, Original Lacquer, Video 12 12 of 12 See More