[MIghtyOnion]

I was browsing craigslist looking for tenors and saw this https://houston.craigslist.org/msg/d/clute-vito-tenor-saxophone/6862808479.html and was wondering if it was a good deal assuming it functions properly with decent pads.

 

[buddy lee]

If it's stamped "Japan" on it somewhere then yeah assuming it needs zero work it would be a good start

 

[milandro]

It looks like a Vito Yamaha and at that price is a steal

 

[MIghtyOnion]

I wil contact him today and see if it does!

 

[bvandrasik]

Did any Yamaha Vito's have lacquered (not nickle) key work ?

 

[MIghtyOnion]

no clue, talked to the guy and he said it says japan on it

 

[buddy lee]

no clue, talked to the guy and he said it says japan on it

Then you're golden.

 

[PigSquealer]

Looks reasonable, good horn. One of the touch pearls is missing. Ask if he has repair history and check to see that the stack rods are not loose . Just think about it existing four years in a high school environment.... Sometimes they get oiled and maintained and sometimes they don’t. Budget at least $125 to have COA by your tech. I also see a lot of these types of horns complete with a neck strap and mouthpiece @ $500, just saying. If this deal doesn’t work out I suggest looking locally on Local social media sales. Be patient something always turns up.

 

[Darkhorse]

Did you get the horn?

 

[MIghtyOnion]

I'm going to check it out on saturday and if all looks good i'll get it

 

[MIghtyOnion]

Ended up getting the Sax and started a different thread without thinking about it. It plays well for the most part but high F and low C are a bit hard to get out, the key work is a bit clumsy feeling and the pads will likely need replacing somewhat soon. It came with what I can assume is the original mouthpiece(it's Vito branded) and a Protec case. all in all I'm happy that I have a horn I can learn on again, I've been to long without music in my life and when I get more confident in my abilities I'll likely be looking for something a bit more refined.

https://forum.saxontheweb.net/showthread.php?355224-Just-joined-the-Vito-club

Here's a link to the other thread I started so you can see the pictures I took if you want.

 

[Darkhorse]

The horn looks good for the price - as long as you can practice and build your skills, you can fix the minor issues or get a better horn later.
You realise that the little issues usually associated with used horns are related to their lower price.
Congratulations on your purchase - Vitos have a good rep as student horns.

 

[Darkhorse]

repeat post

 

[MIghtyOnion]

That's the plan, I loved playing in highschool and I feel that I will eventually need to find a group to play with so I can truly grow as a musician.