1978 Martin Alto Saxophone with Hard Case - Yanagisawa A-50/A-500 Stencil, Fully Overhauled

Up for sale today is a late '70s Martin Alto Sax in very good, borderline excellent condition. This instrument is a well known Yanagisawa A-50/A-500 Stencil brand that exemplifies the Yanagisawa’s compact and dusky tone. This instrument has been FULLY OVERHAULED by our master repair technician as of May 2026, that means all new pads, corks, etc. This is a well calibrated instrument, perfect for an intermediate looking to add a sophisticated and sturdy voice to their arsenal. Send any questions our way!

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