Old Pierret found in an attic...

[ellapples]

Hey there--A friend of mine found a Pierret "Super Artiste" alto sax (serial number 1229) in his attic and asked me if I could help him determine the value. I have no idea about what kind of horn this is--it's in pretty rough condition and in need of repair. Is this kind of horn something that would be worth the re-haul? It needs new pads, springs, and lacquer at least and probably more, but if it's a great horn, I don't mind putting the money into it. Any advice would be super! Thanks!

[stitch]

Welcome to the forum ellapples. In short, yes they are good horns, and it probably would be worth putting a few dollars/pounds/euro/whatever into it. There doesn't seem to be as much known about them as the more famous French manufacturers - use the 'search' button near the top of this page to find past threads, and have a peek at http://www.saxpics.com/the_gallery/Pierret/ to compare your model with others.

[noethew]

Hi there,

I just bought a Pierret Alto Super Artiste from Ebay in Germany and paid about $1000. It had new pads and is in perfect playing condition.
I played it today for the very first time and was surprised by the good and rich sound. It has very good keywork. It is a solid saxophone that I rate a pro horn. The weight is about the same as my Selmer Mark VI.

I think it is worth taking it to a pro saxworkshop to get a quote on the repad and adjustment of the keywork.

Pierret was a french saxophone company that made saxophones mostly for the big french orchestras. They closed down in the year 1972.

The one on http://www.saxpics.com/the_gallery/Pierret/super_artiste/alto/lacquer/1885/ is the same as I have.

Regards
Werner

[aennea]

I just bought a Pierret "Super artiste" alto off a fellow band member. It sounds great and is in good condition.
I would like to know the date. The address is 207 bvd Voltaire and the only number I can see, probably the serial number, is 48. Anybody got any idea ?
Thanks. :?: