Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, spoke with Sheryl Laukat—CEO & Co-Founder and Dr Randal Clark—Dir of Media & Education of Cannonball Musical Instruments, at the NAMM Show 2025 in Anaheim, CA.

In this special episode, we go behind the scenes with Cannonball Instruments at NAMM 2025! We dive into what makes Cannonball saxophones stand out, the secret behind putting a pearl on a lee pipe, and their most popular saxophone loved by pros like Gerald Albright & Eric Darius.

Plus, we chat about Cannonball’s legendary jam sessions, their exciting plans for their 30th anniversary, and catch up with Randal Clark on his upcoming music. 🎶🔥 He even gives us an exclusive look at the Cannonball saxophone he’s playing right now and breaks down his current setup.

Don't Miss Out:

➡️ What makes Cannonball saxophones different
➡️ Putting a pearl on a lee pipe
➡️ Their most popular saxophone
➡️ Saxophones used by Gerald Albright and Eric Darius
➡️ Cannonball’s jam sessions
➡️ Plans for the 30th anniversary
➡️ What is Randal Clark up to
➡️ His upcoming music
➡️ Showing Cannonball sax he’s currently using
➡️ His set-up
➡️ Where can you check his work and music

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