Yanagisawa T-880 Tenor Saxophone Martin

Description

This is an excellent example of one of my favorite modern tenors. It’s a Yanagisawa T-880, which has ribbed construction and double bell key arms for extra stability. This horn has “Martin” on the bell, but it is 100% identical to any other T-880 and should be valued as such. But lucky for you, the word “Martin” knocks several hundred dollars off of the price for no reason! This horn includes a Boesken SBA-style boutique neck that further enhances the horn’s tonal complexity, response, and altissimo.

The 880 has a warmer, more complex tone than some of the later Yanagisawas, but the later ones are good as well. I like the extra warmth, so when you combine that with the excellent ergonomics, build quality, and intonation, this is a hard horn to beat.

This one is in near mint condition with only some minor scratches in the lacquer here and there. The horn plays great with all new pads by Matt Stohrer! There are no dents, no dings, no past repairs, no resolders etc. The neck is nice and undamaged as well. If you’re looking for a totally top-quality modern tenor with a great tone (Yanagisawa in the 80’s is Mark VI inspired, but with its own vibe added into the mix) that does it all, this could be a very good choice.