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by speedy_1424
(23 posts)
16 years ago

Buffet Saxes????

I've heard a lot about the SDA

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  2. by STEVE GOODSON
    (291 posts)
    16 years ago

    Re: Buffet Saxes????

    The S-2 was designed to be a moderately priced horn, and they are rarely seen. The S-3 is an all copper horn with S-1 style keywork. They're quite dark and very delicious in tone. They're also tuned to A=442.

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    1. by Tranesyadaddy
      (279 posts)
      16 years ago

      Re: Buffet Saxes????

      my embouchure makes me play flat. maybe I oughta try one too )

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    2. by speedy_1424
      (23 posts)
      16 years ago

      Re: Buffet Saxes????

      So is the S3 mainly found in Europe?

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      1. by STEVE GOODSON
        (291 posts)
        16 years ago

        Re: Buffet Saxes????

        yes

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        1. by Buescher27
          (3 posts)
          16 years ago

          Re: Buffet Saxes????

          How about the 400 line ? I play a bari that's very staisfying on all counts and heard the alto is nice too.

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        2. by selmer 4evr
          (309 posts)
          16 years ago

          Re: Buffet Saxes????

          No,,, the S1 and S3 were both made in two versions ,,, a lacquer and a copper ( Prestige ) the key work on the S1 and S3 are very different The S1 key work is very finnicky the S3 more like a Keilwerth !!! I know I had one !!

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      2. by TheChristianSax
        (6 posts)
        16 years ago

        Re: Buffet Saxes????

        I have a 1960 Buffet SDA alto and it is a wonderful and amazing horn. I would not trade it for the world. Sincerely, Matt

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