These are impressive looking instruments that are certainly very exceptional players. In the fall of 2010 keilwerth was purchased by buffet crampon in an acquisition that. I have recently become a big fan of early keilwerths, around the serial 10xxx to 21xxx. The saxophone manufacturer julius keilwerth presents the new sx 90 r shadow model saxophone. Mike brown plays the keilwerth shadow tenor saxophone for more information on the keilwerth shadow follow this link. Julius keilwerth sopranos, altos, tenors, baritones. This is due to the fact that a saxophone has a single reed mouthpiece, similar to a clarinet. Keilwerth sx90r shadow model professional alto saxophone. Julius keilwerth was a designer and builder of keilwerth saxophones in the early part of the 20th century. There is a picture of the new king and the modell 3 i. Please tell me what you know about this alto, or tell me about another good starter saxophone not too expensive though.
After this apprenticeship, julius keilwerth and his brother, max, established a workshop in their home around 1925 or 1926. This is the sx90r shadow tenor saxophone by julius keilwerth. A saxophone is part of the woodwindfamily, even though it is made of brass. The instrument is characterized by the particular embodiment of the key guard of the low tones, in plexigass, in the shape of wings. Shop the hottest selection of keilwerth saxophones at music123. Keilwerth saxophones what is the difference between them. Learn more about our range of saxophones, sopranos, altos, tenors, baritones, bass, accessories. In addition all three of the palm keys can be adjusted to fit the contours of anyones hands, large or small. My name is al maniscalco and as of october 2011, i am the group product manager for julius keilwerth saxophones. Keilwerth saxophones master s touch music keilwerth the best saxes. Large bell is reminiscent of the earlier american bueschers.
The renowned german company keilwerth, still known for the instruments of the highest quality, the model the new king is one of the cornerstones of their history. The sx90r black nickel saxophones have set the standards for quality and performance. With a black nickel plated body made from nickel silver, silver plated keys, and sophisticated engraving on body and bow this saxophone not only has an extraordinary appearance, it also features a new, ergonomically adapted keywork. To offer the musician a reasonable price performance relationship, and to continuously improve the instruments qualitatively and technically. I bought a keilwerth built the new king the other day. The end result is an impressive sax with a powerful tone, a fast action and a distinctive vintage look. Keilwerth sx90r the sx90r is the top line professional saxophone from keilwerth. Your source for tenor saxophones, woodwind instruments, trombones, alto saxophones, brass instruments, piccolos, bassoons, soprano saxophones, tubas, yamaha saxophones, baritone saxophones and oboes.
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