Free-blowing Intermediate Alto Inspired by Iconic American Saxophones
The AS411 alto saxophone is the culmination of years of design research that gives you the feel and tone of a classic American-assembled saxophone with the performance quality you expect from modern step-up horns. The AS411 is unapologetic in its design, from mid-1900s low-profile keyguards and a wider American-style bell to unique horizontal bracing and a bold yellow brass body — this horn has all the power and attitude you need to be front and center of any stage. Meanwhile, the post-to-body construction ensures smooth airflow throughout the horn. American-style saxophone enthusiasts here at Sweetwater are sure that upgrading to the Conn AS411 will take your tone to “iConnic” levels!
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American saxophone ancestry
Conn pays homage to American-style saxophones that populated stages and jazz clubs of the early and mid-1900s, with the AS411. A classic post-to-body construction ensures smooth, consistent airflow at any dynamic level. With a yellow brass bell and body, the AS411 is sturdy enough for the marching field and the stage, with all the projection potential you need for features and solos. Low-profile, 1940s-style keyguards keep the AS411 consistent with the overall classic Conn vibe while giving you the added benefit of better access to keys, screws, and springs without sacrificing protection to those crucial areas. Additionally, a wider American-style bell allows you to push the AS411 harder than its French- or Japanese-style counterparts, letting you take your sound all the way to the edge without squealing — unless you want to! If you need a horn that can do soft and sultry while also being capable of explosive dynamic expression, the AS411 is the sax for you.
Modern saxophone efficiency
Years of research and development have enabled Conn to incorporate high-quality, modern features that allow the AS411 to fit seamlessly into any band. Pisoni pads and resonators give you a tight, secure seal on every key. The AS411’s new streamlined horizontal 3-point bracing is the product of collaboration between Conn and a team of sonic scientists at the University of Notre Dame, mathematically designed to maximize the structure of this alto saxophone. Fine-tune your ergonomics with an adjustable thumb rest for your right thumb. Last, and certainly not least, Conn ships every AS411 in a soft backpack case for quality protection wherever your playing takes you.
About C.G. Conn
Since its founding in 1915 by Charles Gerald Conn in Elkhart, Indiana, the C.G. Conn brand has been synonymous with high-quality brass instruments. Even today, the company's most popular models — the Conn 8D French horn, 88H trombone, 62H bass trombone, 52BSP trumpet, and 1FR flugelhorn — command respect. At Sweetwater, we stand behind Conn horns, given their tremendous response, outstanding projection, and one-of-a-kind sonic qualities.
Conn AS411 Features:
- Intermediate American-style alto saxophone
- Yellow brass body provides the durability and resonance expected of a step-up horn
- Wider, American-style bell lets you push your sound to the edge
- Horizontal 3-point bracing designed in collaboration with the University of Notre Dame
- Optimize your horn maintenance with low-profile keyguards
- Dial in hand positioning with an adjustable right thumb rest
- Available in a variety of brilliant finishes
- Includes a soft backpack case and a mouthpiece
