Buescher Big B

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:musical_instruments
gptkbp:brand Buescher
gptkbp:collectibility high
gptkbp:color gptkb:gold
gptkbp:community saxophonists
gptkbp:design curved body
gptkbp:design_feature lightweight construction
precision engineering
ergonomic design
resonators
easy assembly
custom options
adjustable thumb rest
front F key
smooth action keys
durable finish
double socket neck
high F# key
metal ligature
bell key
high-quality springs
adjustable pivot screws
low A key
screw-in pads
side key
gptkbp:finish lacquered
gptkbp:home_port 10000-20000
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Buescher Big B
gptkbp:included yes
gptkbp:influenced_by Buescher True Tone
gptkbp:instruments gptkb:Buescher_Aristocrat
gptkbp:is_popular_in 1940s
1950s
gptkbp:key B flat
gptkbp:key_feature gptkb:horse_race
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular care
gptkbp:manufacturer Buescher
gptkbp:material brass
gptkbp:mouth gptkb:metal
gptkbp:notable_players gptkb:Stan_Getz
gptkb:John_Coltrane
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:Buescher_New_Aristocrat
gptkbp:production_years 1930-1960
gptkbp:seating_capacity felt
gptkbp:sings excellent
gptkbp:sound rich and warm
gptkbp:successor Buescher 400
gptkbp:tuning fixed
gptkbp:type gptkb:saxophone
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:jazz_music
classical music
gptkbp:values high
gptkbp:valve_configuration pad and spring
gptkbp:weight heavy
gptkbp:year_established 1930s
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Buescher_clarinet
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5