Julius Keilwerth MKX JK3000-8-0 Tenor Saxophone Gold Lacquer Finish. Serial# 127017
Manufacture: Made in Germany
Finish: Gold lacquer
Tone Holes: Straight Holes
Range: Low Bb – High F#
Body Material: German Brass
Body Construction: Single Post to Body
The Julius Keilwerth MKX Tenor Sax Series marks the next evolution of the saxophone for this historic brand. By combining tonal characteristics of the legendarySX90R along with physical characteristics reminiscent of vintage saxophones, the MKX Tenor Sax Series allows the player to have the best of both worlds; a modern sound with a vintage feel.
The name MKX Tenor Sax was chosen to pay tribute to those who have contributed to or inspired the development of this new line. The letters “MK” represent Markneukirchen, the historic town in the same region of eastern Germany where the Julius Keilwerth brand began in 1925. Boasting a long history of musical instrument makers and manufacturers, Markneukirchen is now home to the factory and skilled workers who carry on the traditions of their forefathers, and whose craftsmanship is essential to the quality of this instrument.
In honoring the kinship to the legendaryJulius Keilwerth SX90R Series, the letter “X” reminds us of the influence and inspiration from those who paved the way for our success. While the MKX Tenor Sax and SX90R series do share some characteristics, they can be likened to cousins who share a common blood line, but have individual qualities and personalities that allow them a unique voice of their own.
The Julius Keilwerth MKX Tenor Sax Series is a professional level saxophone that will offer German quality engineering and manufacturing at prices competitive to the global scale, and allow a new generation of musicians to use Keilwerth Saxophones in bringing their voice to the world stage.
