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These rather Rare Vito trumpets were made in France for Leblanc by Courtois. Vito Pascucci owned Leblanc and was a fine trumpet player himself. This trumpet is not to be confused with the student models that were made in Kenosha, Wisconsin by Holton I believe. My guess is that Vito wanted to produce a few of these made in France Trumpets for posterity. It is Stamped Made In France on the inside of the 1rst valve casing and SGDG BREVETE On the 3rd valve casing which means Patented. This stamp was not used after 1968 so this Fine Trumpet predates that. I have had these made in France Vito Trumpets in raw brass, silver and this is the first one I’ve seen that was nickel plated. It has those wonderfully and smooth Courtois valves. It has the typical French style water keys, which I love, internally threaded “Typical French Leblanc”valve topsI don’t see any signs of this Trumpet ever being repaired and it has a few nicks and scratches as most 60 year-old Trumpets will, but there are no major dents and it is a fine player. I measured the bore around. 455 which would be a medium bore, and it doesn’t take much wind to produce a nice sound. I found it as with most nickel plated trumpets, such as a constellation or a Holton Galaxy that they seem to have more core and usually slot very well. This is not an exceedingly bright sounding trumpet. It was just rock solid Right in the middle with much core as I’ve said. Don’t hesitate on this one the slides all work as they should. The third slide ring is not the original but the third slide works like butter. I will make sure that this Trumpet comes fully cleaned on the inside, so all you have to do is throw a mouthpiece in it and play it. If you are in dire need of a mouthpiece, I can include one of those as well. This instrument is wonderfully made and in tremendous condition. I think it would be hard pressed to find another one quite as nice. It does have a couple spots around the handheld areas where you can see some of the Brass showing through but that’s very minimal that would be a wonderful Trumpet for, an advancing young student without breaking the bank. So, make me an offer that I can’t refuse. I haven’t cleaned it yet so it will be even nicer than pics. I’ll check corks and felts and do a valve alignment as best I can. Thank you, Joehorn fb.

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Vito Trumpet – Uncommon. Very nice Vito Trumpet. Valves and slides move freely. Minor repair on bell rim. A couple of typical small dings.

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Yanagisawa Vito baritone saxophone, made in Japan in the early 1970’s, in good playing condition on mostly plastic dome resonator pads that are around midlife or a bit older, still flexible, with necessary replacements. Very worn laquer finish with small blemishes, and minor dents, no effect on it’s excellent sound. There are a few other resolders throughout the sax. Study the photos carefully and ask questions. Upper bow has a slight bend and some dents as seen in the photos, no effect on the great sound of this sax. I5 really plays, with a bold focused sound and plenty of edge! The item “Yanagisawa Vito Low A Baritone Sax/Saxophone, Fair Condition, Plays Great” is in sale since Sunday, August 22, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “saxophant” and is located in Coventry, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Instrument: Saxophone
• Experience Level: Professional
• Type: Baritone Saxophone
• MPN: 7757XX
• Body Finish: Gold Lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yanagisawa
• Set Includes: Case

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Yanagisawa Vito baritone saxophone, made in Japan in the early 1970’s, in good playing condition on mostly plastic dome resonator pads that are around midlife or a bit older, still flexible, with necessary replacements. Very worn laquer finish with small blemishes, and minor dents, no effect on it’s excellent sound. Soldered low D# guard as seen in photo #11. There are a few other resolders throughout the sax. Study the photos carefully and ask questions. This sax really plays, with a bold focused sound and plenty of edge! The item “Yanagisawa Vito Low A Baritone Sax/Saxophone, Fair Condition, Plays Great” is in sale since Sunday, August 1, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “saxophant” and is located in Coventry, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Instrument: Saxophone
• Experience Level: Professional
• Type: Baritone Saxophone
• MPN: 7757XX
• Body Finish: Gold Lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yanagisawa
• Set Includes: Case

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Yanagisawa Vito baritone saxophone, made in Japan in the 1970’s, in good playing condition on mostly plastic dome resonator pads that are around midlife or a bit older, still flexible, with necessary replacements. Very worn laquer finish with small blemishes, and minor dents, no effect on it’s excellent sound. Soldered thumbrest as seen in photo #6. Bent upper bow tubing as seen in photos 7 and 8, no effect on the outstanding sound of this sax. Study the photos carefully and ask questions. This sax really plays, with a bold focused sound and plenty of edge! The item “Yanagisawa Vito Low A Baritone Sax/Saxophone, Fair Condition, Plays Great” is in sale since Sunday, June 27, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “saxophant” and is located in Coventry, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Instrument: Saxophone
• Experience Level: Professional
• Type: Baritone Saxophone
• MPN: 0979XXXX
• Body Finish: Gold Lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yanagisawa

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Yanagisawa soprano saxophone, made in Japan in the 1970’s, in good playing condition on mostly plastic dome resonator pads that are around midlife or better. Lightly worn laquer finish with normal wear, small blemishes, and a few minor dents, no effect on it’s excellent sound. Wear above the thumbrest as seen in photo #6. Study the photos carefully and ask questions. Bold focused sound with plenty of edge! The item “Yanagisawa Vito Soprano Sax/Saxophone, Very Good Condition, Plays Great” is in sale since Sunday, June 27, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “saxophant” and is located in Coventry, Connecticut. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Instrument: Saxophone
• Experience Level: Professional
• Type: Soprano Saxophone
• MPN: 1072XXX
• Body Finish: Gold Lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yanagisawa

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Vito Model 35 Leblanc System Alto Saxophone. Based on what you probably know about Vitos, you may be thinking that this is a student level sax. This is not one of those. This sax was manufactured in France by Beaugnier, and likely assembled in Kenosha, WI (based on the “A” in the serial number). Finish is a nice mellow amber and pretty darn complete. There are some minor scratches, as you can see in the pics, and very little in the way of minor dents. One footpad on the bell key guard looks to have solder flux-caused discoloration. The Model 35 features the Leblanc System fingering – one of the few major innovations in saxes since Adolphe’s original design. It’s a real shame this design didn’t live on as it is renown for solid intonation and reliable altissimo fingerings that go all the way up to F4. Want an altissimo “easy button”? This fingering system is the way to go. Want a few more ways to play middle C or Bb or F# while still staying compatible with basic sax fingering? But can a Vito be a pro horn? It was played by Vincent (Jimmy) Abato, RIP, and Ted Nash (look’em up), who may still be playing one. THAT should settle THAT. The tone is full and can get loud, which was a very pleasant surprise when I first played one. Putting a high baffle mouthpiece on it does NOT result in a loud whiny tone. Loud yes, whiny no. I’d call the tone of the mid and upper+ register (remember there’s also an upper-upper register) exceptional. The lower register is also comparatively good, but, you know, Conn and Martin.. I still use one as my main alto, but I’m no one you can lookup. I also don’t need two of them any more. Can it play classical? Can it R&B or Rock? The volume will help you keep up with the trumpets and lead guitars, and the tone is flexible enough to snear and growl your way into a solo or blend with the French horns. I tell you, what a package! I’m using Martins for tenor and bari, but I strongly prefer a model 35 Vito for alto over the Martins, Bueschers and Conns that I’ve tried. The one I’m keeping has a bit more patina to it and I’ve gone back and forth between them as to which plays best for me. I currently only like that one a smidgen more. I think that a small change in palm F key venting on this one (lower the key a mm) may even them out for how I play. You may prefer it as-is. We both know that this Vito will not reach the prices that those other manufactures get. Browse around for other opinions and you’ll see others say that it’s well undervalued by the marketplace, which means you will get a good players’ deal. The case is in OK shape, but do yourself a favor and get a Hiscox or Protec if you plan on leaving the house with it. Pics of the case and anything else you might want to see on the sax are available upon request. Come over and give it a play test. The item “Vito Model 35 Leblanc System Alto Saxophone” is in sale since Friday, March 19, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “diveon” and is located in Lebanon, New Jersey. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay, Russian federation.

• Brand: Vito
• Type: Alto
• Skill Level: Professional
• Body Finish: Brass Lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Key Finish: Brass

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This is a used Yanagisawa model B901 baritone saxophone. It has been stenciled Vito VSP. This instrument has been serviced and play tested by a professional repair technician. All parts are present. There is wear from normal usage throughout. There is a case and no mouthpiece. Items are described as accurately as possible and questions are welcomed. Please let us know if you have any questions and we will do our best to answer them. The item “YANAGISAWA MODEL B901 STENCILED VITO VSP BARITONE SAXOPHONE IN GOOD PLAYING CND” is in sale since Thursday, January 14, 2021. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “bandgenterprisesinc” and is located in Danville, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South africa, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Panama, Jamaica, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman islands, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Brand: Yanagisawa
• Body Material: Brass
• Type: Baritone/Bass
• Body Finish: Clear Lacquer
• Key Finish: Clear Lacquered
• Skill Level: Intermediate
• MPN: Does Not Apply

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Yanagisawa Vito VSP Baritone Saxophone. This sax was owned by a professional player and the condition is very good overall. The sax is showing some general scratches and dings throughout the body. Please see the photos for details. There is certainly some wear on the sax, but overall the condition is very good. Pads are a mix of older and new pads, overall in good shape. The low Eb key guard has been pushed in slightly, but this does not affect playability. Also, the small F# key guard above the thumb rest is missing. Sax has been kept in storage for the past few years, and could use a proper adjustment before active playing. This Yani bari sax comes with a flight case which has some signs of wear, but is still in good shape. These Yanagisawa baritone saxophones are known to be some of the best available. They are extremely well-built, and have a very powerful sound. The new owner will have a great sax! The item “Yanagisawa Vito VSP Baritone Bari Saxophone LOW A JAPAN GREAT DEAL” is in sale since Sunday, May 10, 2020. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “astrodude12″ and is located in Los Angeles, California. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Body Finish: Brass Lacquer
• Type: Tenor
• Key Finish: Brass
• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yamaha
• Skill Level: Intermediate, Professional

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This is a used Yanagisawa baritone saxophone. It has been stenciled Vito VSP. The serial number is 00158815. This instrument has been play tested and serviced by a professional repair technician and is in playable condition. The pads are in good shape. There are some s mall dents /dings in the instrument but nothing major. The body has normal wear from usage. There is a P ro-Pac zippered case and a used Yamaha mouthpiece. Items are described as accurately as possible and questions are welcomed. Please let us know if you have any questions and we will do our best to answer them. The item “YANAGISAWA VITO MODEL B900 BARITONE SAXOPHONE GOOD PLAYABLE CONDITION 00158815″ is in sale since Thursday, April 16, 2020. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “bandgenterprisesinc” and is located in Danville, Indiana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Panama, Jamaica, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Uruguay.

• Body Material: Brass
• Brand: Yanagisawa
• Body Finish: Brass Lacquer
• Type: Baritone/Bass
• Key Finish: Gold Lacquered
• MPN: Does Not Apply

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