Olds Super Alto & Tenor Saxophones
Helen’s Intro 2026 My friend & colleague, Pete Hales, originally wrote this article on the Olds Super alto & tenor saxophones for his now-defunct, thesax.info, …
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Keilwerth’s 100th Anniversary SX90R
Intro Keilwerth’s Description Model Designations Numbers Produced Features Necks Cases Info from JK Website Technical Specs Brochure Page Backstory Concept Considerations Process Timeline Videos P.S. …
The new CONN CAS811
Prelude Conn Selmer’s Description Kessler’s Description Photos Videos Interview with Ryan Lillywhite from Conn Selmer Interview with Dave Kessler Concluding Thoughts Sources Prelude I originally …
Original Bassic Sax.info Update
After a great deal of work on both the original Bassic Sax website and Bassic Sax Blog last summer, I came to the conclusion that …
GebrM for JK large MOP key touches
Julius Keilwerth saxophones are known for many things: their huge sound; big bells; accurate intonation; sturdy build; longevity; and big MOP key touches. But something …
Is a bass sax right for me?
Originally published Dec. 2024. Updated Mar. 2026 Over the past few years I have lost count the number of times I’ve seen posts online saying …
Hammerschmidt octave patent
Originally published in 2024. Updated March 2026 German patent application Background Summery Figure 1 Figure 2 Patent claims Photos of Hammerschmidt octave vents 1961 Hammerschmidt …
Keilwerth SX90R Shadow Tenor Review
Originially published Aug. 2024. Updated Feb. 2026 Intro Tone & Timbre Does material matter? Response Nope, not just advertising hype Feel Key Action All things …
Keilwerth SX90R Tenor Sax Review
Keilwerth Tenor Sax SX90R: Model JK3400-8-0 Country of origin: Germany Finish: Gold lacquer key and body finish Price: varies greatly depending on where you live, …
Keilwerth SX90R Alto Sax Review
Keilwerth Alto Sax SX90R: Model JK2400-5B-0 Country of origin: Germany Finish: Black nickel plate with gold lacquer keys and bell Price: varies greatly depending where you …