1956 King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone – Sterling Silver Neck

1956 King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone – Sterling Silver Neck – Fully Overhauled

A beautiful example of the legendary King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone, manufactured in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, circa 1956.

Serial number 349060, this instrument belongs to the highly regarded Series III production period and features the desirable sterling silver neck, one of the distinctive features that helped establish the Super 20's reputation among professional saxophonists.

This saxophone has undergone a complete overhaul and has been fitted with brand-new white kangaroo leather pads, offering a fresh start for this remarkable vintage instrument.

The King Super 20 is celebrated for its powerful projection, rich tonal complexity and remarkably expressive playing response. Its characteristic sound offers a warm, resonant lower register, a colourful midrange and a brilliant, commanding upper register.

Favoured by generations of jazz and blues musicians, the Super 20 is renowned for its bold American tonal character, offering a distinctive alternative to vintage French saxophones.

Instrument Details

• Make: King (H.N. White Company)

• Model: Super 20 Tenor Saxophone

• Serial Number: 349060

• Year: Circa 1956

• Series: III

• Manufacture: Cleveland, Ohio, USA

• Neck: Sterling silver

• Pads: Brand-new white kangaroo leather pads

• Mechanical Condition: Fully overhauled

• Key: B♭

• Classification: Professional vintage tenor saxophone

With its desirable sterling silver neck, fresh overhaul and distinctive American tonal character, this King Super 20 offers an appealing combination of vintage craftsmanship and modern playing reliability.

A fantastic opportunity to own a professionally overhauled example of one of America's most iconic tenor saxophones.