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Gold lacquered elegance
The Signature Tenor Saxophone's gold lacquer finish delivers a classic aesthetic while enhancing the instrument's durability. This coating reflects a timeless elegance that pairs beautifully with Selmer's intricate Art Deco-style engraving, showcasing the brand's century-old craftsmanship.The unique engravings on the body of the Selmer Paris Saxophone offers an elegant look, making it stunning to listen to and to look at. The Selmer Paris Signature Tenor saxophone is constructed from 30 zinc and 70 copper, this construction ensures a warm sound.
Neck receiver and octave key system
The neck receiver is equipped with a nickel silver adjustable tightening ring for better positioning, while the 3-point concentric tightening system ensures a secure fit between the neck and body, this ensures that you can achieve great intonation and that no energy is lost between neck and body. The octave key system, supported by Teflon, provides smoother mechanical action, reducing wear and noise.
Acoustic excellence
Enhanced by its innovative construction, the Selmer Signature offers superb acoustic properties. The increased diameter of its neck receiver projects a powerful sound, ensuring that each note is delivered with clarity and depth. Whether playing soft, subtle melodies or powerful, high-energy pieces, the saxophone’s sound quality remains consistent and rich, catering to various musical styles and settings.
Reliable mechanics for fluid play
The addition of Teflon supports in the octave key mechanism of the Selmer Signature Tenor Saxophone ensures smooth and reliable action, crucial for fast passages and complex performances. This mechanical fluidity allows musicians to transition seamlessly between octaves, providing a responsive playing experience that can keep pace with the most dynamic of performances.
About Selmer Paris
Launched in 1885 Selmer Paris was originally known for making reeds and mouthpieces, then progressing to clarinets and saxophones. Made with the musician in mind each instrument undergoes meticulous quality checking and is even played by a professional musician before leaving the factory, to ensure that the instrument is to the highest of standards. Whilst Selmer Paris still has some processes originally used back in the early years of the brand, it's also introduced new technologies to ensure that every instrument is as accurate and quality as can be.
Specifications
- Tone: B-flat
- Pads: Leather pads with metal resonators equipped with rivets
- Range: Low Bb/High F#
- Thumb Support: Left and right-hand thumb rests in fine gold gilded metal
- Finishes: Gold plated
- Included: High-end Concept mouthpiece, gold lacquer ligature & cap, neck strap, and matching 2 swabs, silk/microfibre cloth, cork grease, case
- Product Code: 2314022776