Pre-Owned Henri Selmer (Paris) Series III Alto Saxophone
- Workshop Approved
- Buy on Finance
Manufacturer's Description
The Series III alto saxophone is part of the 'Selmer sound' tradition: open and centred, the instrument offers enjoyment of playing. It responds to the slightest inflection of breath, allowing the musician to freely express his musical personality. Perfectly balanced overall tuning (octave ratios, …) and a remarkably staged upper register, with the double C sharp mechanism, are significant features.
Its acoustic and mechanical qualities and ergonomics make it a first-class instrument. The technical options developed in the design of the Series III alto saxophone and the accurate definition of its manufacturing processes have enabled attaining a high level of acoustic and mechanical performance.
Our Description
Selmer are widely thought of as being the true home of the saxophone; the company bought the workshop of Adolfe Sax (inventor of the saxophone) in 1929, and this was until the early 1980s still one of the company's prime production facilities. Selmer (Paris) saxophones are still handmade in France and remain prestigious and sought-after.
The Series III has a lightweight body, making it incredibly responsive and free-blowing; other features such as the metal boosters and brass thumbrest give even more projection. Tuning is very easy to control, and the keys sit comfortably under the fingers.
General Condition
This saxophone has been through our workshop prior to sale and has been adjusted as needed and set to good working order. In excellent condition.
Condition Report
Condition can be highly subjective. This information is to be taken as a guide only. E&OE.
- Corks (1 to 10): 10
- Lacquer (%): 100
- Mechanism (1 to 10): 10
- Padding (1 to 10): 9.5
Specifications
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- Fully handmade saxophone
- Gold lacquered finish
- Front F mechanism (spatula style)
- High F# key (spatula style)
- Lightweight neck with unique bore for extra response
- Leather pads with metal boosters
- Double C# mechanism for more stable tuning on this note and in the upper register
- Adjustable brass thumbrest
- Mother-of-Pearl key inlays
- Detachable bell, hand engraved
What's Included
- Case
- Cleaning swab
- Selmer mouthpiece, ligature and cap
Item Details
Item number: C151148 (Please quote this Item Number if you contact us about this item)Serial number: 688***
Manufacturer: Henri Selmer (Paris)
Model number: Series III
Category: Pre-Owned Alto Saxophones
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Unless stated otherwise, all of our pre-owned, ex-demo and ex-display instruments are cleaned and checked, set up or serviced in our workshop prior to sale.
