Indiana Band Company Alto
$585.00
The Indiana Band Company was a subsidiary of Martin, meaning this horn shares the same high-quality brass and construction techniques famous in Elkhart, Indiana during the late 1920s.
The “Freshly Serviced” status is a major selling point. It includes:
- New Pads & Corks: Ensures a perfect airtight seal for easy sub-tones and altissimo.
- COA (Clean, Oil, Adjust): The mechanism is smooth, silent, and responsive.
- Re-lacquer Note: While collectors sometimes prefer original finishes, a clean re-lacquer makes the horn much more visually appealing to general buyers and students.
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Description
The Indiana Band Instrument Company began using its trademark in April 1929, with instruments produced by the Martin Band Instrument Company in Elkhart, Indiana
. These 1929-era saxophones, often based on the Martin Handcraft designs, are considered high-quality vintage, pre-war instruments, similar to the Handcraft Imperial or Special models.
Key Details regarding 1929 Indiana Saxophones:
- Manufacturer: Produced by the Martin Band Instrument Company.
- History: The Indiana Band Instrument Co. registered its trademark on May 19, 1931, with a first-use date of April 1, 1929.
- Design: These early models were largely based on the Martin Handcraft Standard or Handcraft Imperial designs.
- Features: They often feature a dark lacquer, crisp engraving, and sometimes beveled tone holes, similar to early Martin saxophones.
- Value: Depending on condition and restoration (pads/cleaning), these vintage saxophones are popular budget choices.
- Distinction: They are distinct from the later “Committee” models, generally known for producing a, warm, classic American vintage sound.
Early Indiana saxophones, particularly those from the late 1920s and early 1930s, are regarded as excellent, well-made vintage instruments.
Condition
We rate each horn’s condition. Any defects are noted here. Each criteria is on a scale of 1-10, with 1 being poor condition and 10 being perfect.
- Body (dents, deep scratches, etc.) – 10
- Finish (lacquer, silver plate, paint, etc.) – 9 – Re-lacquered
- Previous repairs (soldered posts, dent work, etc.) – 10 none noted
- Accessories (case, mouthpiece, etc.) – 9
- Playability (leaks, sticky keys, etc.) – 10
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