Go to the Cannonball website (cannonballmusic.com). They have a contact email specifically to help you find a dealer. I am sure there is one near you. ... ...
Hi, I must have missed it, otherwise the one you're thinking of was the Tenor Ice that ended today. Thanks! ... <no_reply@y...> ... the ... Ice ... bell,...
Jerry: Very valuable info! Thanks for your comments. I was kind of hoping to stir things up a bit. Whenever anyone who knows what they're talking about...
nperko5, If you're still looking for examples of good "legitimate" alto players of a more classical vein, cduniverse has a recording of Charlie Mariano's...
Hello everyone. I purchased a Big Bell global series Alto saxophone last May. I didn't really play it much until marching band season this year and now concert...
sounds like something is stuck in the neck. make sure the bore is open all the way through the horn...including the neck.... ... From: saxchik06 To:...
generally, the G# can be the worst part of a saxophone if you thing about it. this is mostly due to the fact that it is the most prone to leaks. you might want...
Had a similar problem with my C-ball baritone. Steve Loeb at L&L in Gaithersburg (great guy, great shop) said keeping this in adjustment is critical. Get...
But that will make you appreciate your C-ball all the more when you get it back :) If you can, when you take your alto to the dealer, stick around while he...
Sounds like you could use a "Leak Light". Run a leak light through your horn and that will show you without a doubt if every pad is perfect, spot on, or not,...
David, I don't have a Big Bell model, so I don't know if the G# key actuates any differently than my older 98 Knight; however, most saxophones sooner or later...
Hello! I am new here in this group. I am from Germany and I am interested in the Big Bell Professional Arc Soprano from Cannonball. Do you know an adress in...
Ok, I've got my foot in my mouth... as to what I was trying to say below, the "little lever" is actually a tab like appendage soldered to the F key cup that...
I've posted a reply to someone's similar problem, but it's worth restating. I had this problem with my BBGS Raven alto. It was so frustrating that I sold it. I...
Thanks you three who replied, I appreciate that you all read the whole thing..lol I am listening to some Johnny Hodges for sure, I appreciate the tip. He...
Wow. Your theory might be right. I play on an open mouthpiece and i'm a spitty player. I noticed that spit does stay in the neck when I play too. thats...
There is an article in the Saxophone Journal (current Jan/Feb I believe) concerning this problem. One of the top and very well known sax technicians (I forget...
That's why you need to take it to a dealer. It might not be sticky pads, but an adjustment that needs made. ... But... none of my pads are sticky and all are...
Just want to say again how much I enjoy my Big Bell Alto. Found a pretty good reed too. Bought the new "G" by Meyer, the #6,(.076") and love it. Truly, love it...
Your in luck. Cannonball makes a very good hard gig case made specifically for the big bell. I've been using one for almost a year now. Check their website...
Thanks Al ! Just hadn't gone to their site to look around. That bag is perfect. Thanks again ! ... specifically for the big bell. I've been using one for...
Hello, I've been searching for an excellent alto saxophone for several months now. Does anyone know of any Cannonball dealers in Atlanta, GA? I recently...