Vintage Dolnet Bel-Air Bb Soprano Saxophone
$1595
A rare early 1950's vintage 'Bel-Air' model Bb soprano saxophone made by Dolnet of Paris. These are wonderful, hand-made instruments - worthy competitors to Selmer or Buffet! - but not imported to this country in significant numbers at the time, so not as well known. They were played by a number of American expatriate musicians, such as Don Byas and Lester Young, and have developed a growing following due to their quality and low price in comparison to better known vintage saxes. It is silver-plated brass and is in great condition for its age, no dents or repairs!
Its been disassembled, cleaned, swedged and countersunk (to tighten the mechanism) posts aligned, tone holes leveled, rods trued, all new MusicMedic tan leather pads (with silver star resonators) and key corks installed, and reassembled and adjusted for optimal play-ability. Warm, focused tone reminiscent of a Selmer MarkVI , good intonation, comfortable keywork: I've really enjoyed playing this horn for the last couple of years! Comes with vintage (probably original) case in great condition and original factory card.
Its been disassembled, cleaned, swedged and countersunk (to tighten the mechanism) posts aligned, tone holes leveled, rods trued, all new MusicMedic tan leather pads (with silver star resonators) and key corks installed, and reassembled and adjusted for optimal play-ability. Warm, focused tone reminiscent of a Selmer MarkVI , good intonation, comfortable keywork: I've really enjoyed playing this horn for the last couple of years! Comes with vintage (probably original) case in great condition and original factory card.
Payment
Cash, US personal checks (held for 5 business days), US postal money orders, bank/personal checks, Venmo, Transferwise, Western Union and PayPal (+4% for fees) are accepted. Please make all checks and money orders payable to "Jeremy Soule". The Paypal button is located below for customers in the U.S.A. wishing to make immediate purchase. It includes the Paypal fee and flat rate shipping.
Cash, US personal checks (held for 5 business days), US postal money orders, bank/personal checks, Venmo, Transferwise, Western Union and PayPal (+4% for fees) are accepted. Please make all checks and money orders payable to "Jeremy Soule". The Paypal button is located below for customers in the U.S.A. wishing to make immediate purchase. It includes the Paypal fee and flat rate shipping.
Shipping and Returns
All shipping is by Fedex or USPS priority with tracking (depending on the weight of the item). I can generally ship a clarinet and case for $14-25 - I try not to pad shipping. Most returns accepted within 5 days and will issue refund (minus 10% for restock and cleaning), store credit or an exchange. Antique/vintage instrument refunds issued on a case by case basis.
All shipping is by Fedex or USPS priority with tracking (depending on the weight of the item). I can generally ship a clarinet and case for $14-25 - I try not to pad shipping. Most returns accepted within 5 days and will issue refund (minus 10% for restock and cleaning), store credit or an exchange. Antique/vintage instrument refunds issued on a case by case basis.
