The lower octave on the Eastman was almost perfect, but the upper octave got sharper and sharper the higher I go. I have had the same results on other horns that are under 20 years old. I think that the manufacturing has improved the intonation over the years. In the 1980's, the years that I learned how to play, it was necessary to "lip up" the high notes to get them in tune. So, yeah, the player (me) definitely has some blame here. However, when asking other sax players, they have the same problem that I have with sharp upper register.
Amazing knowledge and info about the differences between the Selmer and Eastman. Thank you
Eastman's are now $3K and you can even find them for less used. Great horns
Very interesting post. I enjoyed this and learned quite a bit.
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I did the same D palm key alteration to my Mark VI soprano.
We must be kindred spirits!
Eastman is # across the board. M'piece is pushed in too far.
The lower octave on the Eastman was almost perfect, but the upper octave got sharper and sharper the higher I go. I have had the same results on other horns that are under 20 years old. I think that the manufacturing has improved the intonation over the years. In the 1980's, the years that I learned how to play, it was necessary to "lip up" the high notes to get them in tune. So, yeah, the player (me) definitely has some blame here. However, when asking other sax players, they have the same problem that I have with sharp upper register.
@@MarkPeotter Get a Yanagisawa and take some lessons.