King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone – Circa 1956 | Serial No. 349060 | Professionally Overhauled

The King Super 20 Tenor Saxophone is one of the most iconic American saxophones ever produced, revered for its enormous, colourful tone, lightning-fast response, and unmistakable vintage character. Built during the golden era of American saxophone manufacturing, the Super 20 remains one of the most sought-after professional tenor saxophones in the world, favoured by legendary artists including Charlie Parker, Cannonball Adderley, Dexter Gordon, and King Curtis.

This circa 1956 King Super 20, serial number 349060, represents one of the most desirable periods of Super 20 production. Professionally overhauled to the highest standard, the instrument has been completely rebuilt using premium Pisoni White Kid leather pads, delivering exceptional sealing, smooth key action, and outstanding tonal response. Every key has been precision fitted, regulated, and balanced to ensure effortless playability and maximum mechanical reliability.

Renowned for its broad bore and distinctive acoustical design, the Super 20 produces a huge, complex voice with remarkable warmth, projection, and flexibility. It delivers a rich, centred core with effortless power, making it equally at home in small jazz ensembles, big bands, studio sessions, or contemporary performance settings. The ergonomic keywork feels remarkably modern, contributing to the fast, responsive action that professionals continue to appreciate nearly seventy years after its manufacture.

Whether you're searching for a professional performance instrument or a highly collectable vintage American saxophone, this beautifully restored Super 20 offers the legendary sound and craftsmanship that have made these instruments true classics.

Features

• King Super 20 Professional Tenor Saxophone

• Serial Number: 349060

• Manufactured circa 1956

• Highly sought-after golden era American production

• Professionally completed full overhaul

• Premium Pisoni White Kid leather pads throughout

• Precision key fitting and complete mechanical regulation

• Fast, smooth action with excellent pad seal

• Rich, powerful vintage American tone with exceptional projection

• Ready for professional performance

Ideal For

• Professional saxophonists

• Jazz musicians

• Recording artists

• Collectors of vintage American saxophones

• Players seeking the legendary King Super 20 sound

A superb example of the legendary King Super 20—professionally restored, mechanically exceptional, and ready to deliver the bold, expressive voice that has made these instruments a benchmark among vintage professional tenor saxophones for generations.