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Up for auction is a highly collectible and beautifully crafted C.G. Conn 472N Professional Eb Alto Clarinet. Manufactured in 1965 at the legendary Elkhart, Indiana factory, this instrument represents the peak of mid-century American woodwind engineering before production was corporate-consolidated and moved out of Indiana. Unlike modern plastic or ebonite student models, the 472N features a body meticulously turned from premium solid Grenadilla wood (African Blackwood), renowned for producing a rich, dark, and highly resonant tonal profile favored by traditional jazz ensembles and symphonic woodwind sections.

Technical Specifications & Pro Features:

• Model Lineage: Authentic Conn 472N Artist Series

• Premium Mechanics: Equipped with Conn's celebrated fully automatic double register vent mechanism. This design ensures exceptionally smooth, clear, and reliable transitions into the upper register—a feature highly prized over simpler single-vent setups.

• Serial Provenance: Serial number E3216641 is cleanly hand-stamped into the wood joints, accompanied by the factory model marking.

• Keywork & Plating: Standard Boehm system configuration with traditional silver/nickel-plated mechanical keywork and a silver-plated neck and bell flare.

Condition Report (Selling As-Is / Project Status):

This vintage horn is being sold in unrestored, "as-is" estate condition, making it an ideal acquisition for a woodwind technician, collector, or player looking for a highly rewarding restoration project.

• The Wood Body: The dense Grenadilla wood grain is in beautiful condition. While there are no noticeable cracks, there does appear to be an old banding (see 3^rd from last photo).

• The Keywork: The mechanical key rods and cups are complete and move, but they exhibit natural vintage oxidation, patina, and tarnish from storage. They will require a professional cleaning and polishing.

• Pads & Action: The pads may need to be repadded before the instrument can be brought to 100% performance playability.

• Engravings: The classic "C.G. Conn Ltd. Elkhart, Ind. U.S.A." emblem is present on the metal bell.

What’s Included in the Package:

• C.G. Conn 472N Wood Alto Clarinet Body Sections

•. Original Silver-Plated Neck & Bell Assemblies

• Mouthpiece Setup: Includes vintage Henri Selmer Paris C* hard rubber (ebonite) Alto Clarinet mouthpiece. Dating to around the 1950s or 1960s, this specific mouthpiece perfectly matches the era of your 1965 C.G. Conn 472N Alto Clarinet.

• Original Vintage Conn Hardshell Case: Features the historic brass "Choice of the Artists - Conn" emblem on the front lid. The internal blue plush fabric separates each joint safely. The exterior canvas covering shows heavy cosmetic wear, scuffs, and edge peeling consistent with a 60-year-old road case, but the internal framing and latches remain structurally intact.

This item is being sold as-is as pictured with no returns, so please take a look at the photos carefully as they are part of the description. Please ask any questions before purchasing as there are no returns or refunds for this auction! By bidding on this item, you agree to the terms and conditions of this auction. Buyers are expected to pay within 2 days of winning the auction.  I will pack/ship promptly upon receiving the cleared payment and will provide the tracking number. Shipping worldwide - buyers are responsible for paying any potential tariff, duty charges, or any other associated import fees.

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