Introducing the Limited Edition Presidential Model LA42T L.A. Sax Tenor Saxophone - a rare find for advanced, beginner, and expert players. This patriotic instrument features a custom red, white, and blue paint finish that will make you stand out on stage. The closed hole key type and brass body material ensure quality sound and durability, while the Bb pitch and Key allow for versatile playing.
The set includes everything you need to get started - a stand, mouthpiece, care kit, strap, bag, and case. This instrument is truly one-of-a-kind, with only 150 units produced.
This is #14 out of 150
Don't miss your chance to own the Presidential Model LA42T and make a statement with your music.
It started as a design idea back in December 1992, and in May 1994 that idea blossomed into an Oval Office presentation of the "Number One Bill Clinton" tenor saxophone to the instrument's presidential namesake.
Peter J. La Placa, president and CEO of the L.A. Sax Company, began production of the LA-42T Presidential Model saxophone in 1993. After reading the description of it in a February 1993 issue of Musical Merchandise Review, National Music Museum Associate Director and Senior Curator Margaret Banks initiated contact with La Placa to bring one of the limited-edition red-white-and-blue tenor saxophones to the National Music Museum, located on the campus of the University of South Dakota. Little did either person realize that the instrument that was to find a permanent home at the NMM would be the "Number One Bill Clinton" saxophone.
On May 16, 1994, La Placa and then–South Dakota Senator Larry Pressler, along with then–State Representative Tim Johnson and a vice president from the University of South Dakota, found themselves in the Oval Office. Johnson heard Clinton exclaim, "This is funky. I never thought I'd see a patriotic saxophone." What was to be a momentary visit in which President Clinton would accept the saxophone from La Placa, then turn it over to the state on behalf of the National Music Museum, ended up lasting nearly half an hour, with the president playing several jazz tunes on the instrument. Just when officials were getting nervous about Clinton's next appointment, the president turned the saxophone over to the South Dakota contingent. Clinton was said to have remarked, "That is the most beautiful saxophone I have ever seen."
L.A. Sax Company, Barrington, Illinois. Tenor saxophone, 1993. No. 1 of a limited edition of 150 Presidential Model tenor saxophones. Presented to President Bill Clinton on Monday, May 16th, 1994, in the White House Oval Office. Gift of Bill Clinton, President of the United States, 1994 (NMM5727)Left: L.A. Sax Company, Barrington, Illinois. Tenor saxophone, 1993. Number 1 of a limited edition of 150 Presidential Model tenor saxophones. Presented to President Bill Clinton on Monday, May 16th, 1994, in the White House Oval Office. Gift of Bill Clinton, President of the United States, 1994 (NMM5727)
As the first of a limited edition of 150 saxophones of the LA-42T Presidential Model, this presentation model was specifically designed to honor President Bill Clinton. The saxophone features lacquer on the brass keys and the interior of the instrument's bell. The exterior touts a baked-epoxy finish in metallic fire red, diamond metallic white, and reflex blue, artistically blended with a field of brilliant white stars throughout the bell flare. Touches are accented with mother-of-pearl inlays.
As a student, Clinton found music to be one of his favorite hobbies. He practiced every day, sometimes as many as four hours at a time. He loved jazz, played in his school's jazz ensemble, and won first chair in Arkansas's All-State Band. As a teenager, he even entertained the idea of pursuing music as a career. Later, as a presidential candidate, Clinton caused quite a stir when he appeared on The Arsenio Hall Show playing his tenor sax. Indeed, it was that same appearance which prompted La Placa to design the Presidential Model
Presidential Model LA42T
14/150
Limited Edition
Patriotic Red White & Blue
L.A. Sax
Tenor Sax
Collector Item,.
This is a beautiful piece of Art that belongs in an enclosed showcase
Condition: 7 out 10
Have not played this one for 25 years.
Will need some new pads and adjustments
K & M Soprano sax stand
1) Used Red Neck Strap
1) Used White Neck Strap
1) Used Purple Neck Strap
1) Used 7*mouthpiece, cap, and leather reed holder
1) New Rico Royal B5 mouthpiece, cap & reed screw holder
1) Used Cork Grease
1) box Hemke 3 Reeds Strength 3
1) box Hemke 4 Reeds Strength 3
1) Used Chamois
1) Used LA Sax Brush
1) Used Yellow/White Cleaning swab
1) Used Heavy duty Tenor Sax Stand
1) 1Brand New Protec MAX
Rectangular Tenor Saxophone Case
The value priced MAX Rectangular Saxophone cases feature a lightweight frame, durable nylon cover, roomy exterior accessory pocket, soft plush lining, neck and mouthpiece slots, interior accessory storage compartment, velcro quick lock closure, velcro handle wrap.
MPN: MX305
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Non-returnable item
❗️This is NOT President Clinton’s Saxophone 🎷❗️