【Silver Plated】Marcato Tenor Pro Model TL900SP Alto Saxophone, Shimokura Gakki, Made in Taiwan This is a highly-regarded private brand instrument from a musical instrument store, MARCATO. It's a silver-plated model from the 900 series, which was the top-of-the-line professional model at the time. Marcato has standard models made in China and professional models made in the Conn-Selmer Taiwan factory. This is the higher-end Taiwanese model. It also appears to be discontinued. Suitable for players of various genres, including brass bands and jazz. Also, instruments from Shimokura Gakki are eligible for free inspection, so after-sales service is excellent. All notes from the lowest to the side key range sound without any problems. The pads are of high quality and still usable. Mouthpiece set, strap, swab, etc. are not included. Made in Taiwan at the same factory as Conn-Selmer, the build quality is quite solid. It looks clean at first glance, but being silver-plated, there is some blackening, minor scratches, and dullness of the plating. There are no major scratches or dents that would hinder use. The engraving is luxurious, with carvings on the bell, the 2nd tube, and the U-shaped tube. The thumb rest and thumb hook are made of metal, like Yanagisawa. The case is a lightweight backpack type with a luxurious leather section. It has a pocket that can hold A4 sheet music. It is being offered at a bargain price because it hasn't been maintained for a while. I think it can be used by a wide range of players, from beginners to advanced players. This is a rare silver-plated tenor saxophone that is increasing in price, so please consider it. --- From the website: A professional model that pursues the ideal Marcato sound. This professional model was born after more than a decade of steady research and repeated prototypes with various players, seeking the ideal sound of the saxophone. A rich and stable tone and accurate intonation from the low to high registers. Agile operability thanks to the use of hard steel springs. It enables musical expression in all genres and can further expand the player's creativity. Here is the birth of the ideal saxophone.