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The Big Bell® projects a bold, warm sound, yet allows you to play with the most subtle nuances, creating a contemporary version of the big-sounding American horns from the early to mid 1900's. The unique flare on the ARC® Soprano enhances projection.

ONE-PIECE HAND-HAMMERED BELL
Each Cannonball® saxophone bell is formed from a single sheet of brass and hand hammered before being meticulously hand-smoothed and evened.

TWO HAND-CUSTOMIZED NECK (Straight/Curved)
Each Big Bell® Stone Series® Soprano comes with two hand-customized necks: one straight and one curved (S5 and SA5 models), or two curved in different finishes (SC5 models). Each neck is adjusted for superior projection, rich tone, and precise pitch. Our acoustical technicians meticulously adjust each neck to perform optimally on the specific saxophone.

SEMI-PRECIOUS STONES
In addition to their striking beauty, the semi-precious stones adorning Cannonball® saxophones are patented for the tonal characteristics they add to the saxophone

HIGH F# / HIGH G
The High F# and G keys extend the saxophone’s range and makes high passages easier to play.

ANNELED BELL
The bell, bow, and necks go through an annealing process several times, heating and then cooling the brass to specific temperatures. This annealing process gives the horn a warmer, more even tone. The Cannonball® hand-hammering process, which follows annealing, hardens the brass and gives our instruments superior ring and resonance.

CONVEX NICKEL-PLARED RESONATORS
Our pads have riveted nickel-plated brass resonators that are specifically chosen for optimum performance and sound.

BLUE STELL SPRING
Steel needle springs allow for the most precise, even key tension. The bluing process makes the steel resistant to rust and corrosion, which extend the life of the springs.

POWER FORGED KEY
Forged brass has much greater strength and uniformity than cast brass, so our keys resist bending and hold their adjustment exceptionally well over time.

UPPER AND LOWER STACK ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
Upper and lower stack adjustment screws allow for easier and more precise regulation and adjustment. Under each stack adjustment screw we use synthetic cork, which (unlike natural cork) resists compression over time, so the fine adjustments on your saxophone will last.

ADJUSTABLE METAL THUMB HOOK
Our sturdy brass thumb hook is adjustable so you can set it to the angle that best fits your own hands.

UPPER AND LOWER STACK ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
The Big Bell® projects a bold, warm sound, yet allows you to play with the most subtle nuances, creating a contemporary version of the big-sounding American horns from the early to mid 1900's.

PIVOTING C#-Bb TABLE MECHANISM (SA5 and S5 ONLY)
The “tilting spatula” rocking mechanism allows fast and fluid transitions between the low C-sharp and low B-flat keys.

STABILIZING BRACE FOR LEFT HAND SPATULA  (SA5 and S5 ONLY)
The four left-hand table keys are susceptible to being knocked out of adjustment when their top post moves, so we have added an additional lateral brace to keep it in place, especially when the horn is hit or dropped.

RELIEF STRING ON G# and LOW C# KEYS
Relief springs help lift open the G-sharp and low C-sharp keys when they would otherwise “stick” and remain closed.

HAND RUBBER MOUTHPIECE
Cannonball® Mouthpieces are made of quality hard rubber and carefully crafted play easily and to create a clear, rich, beautiful tone. They are the choice of many professional saxophonists around the world.

ACOUSTICALLY HAND CUSTOMIZED BY A PROFESSIONAL
Acoustical Customizing is the most important thing that happens to each Cannonball® saxophone. This work goes above and beyond expectations. Specially trained and talented acoustical adjusters work on each saxophone, adjusting the bore, air flow and more until they are satisfied that each horn has an open feel, effortless slotting, and a focused and resonant tone. When you pick up a Cannonball® saxophone, we want you to love it as much as our acoustical technicians love it. We want you to say, “I can’t put this horn down!”