If you’re in the market for a nice alto, and you’re considering a new Selmer, buy this instead. Just to sum up, this is a turn-key purchase on a beautiful Reference 54 that plays better than new, and for a lot less money. You might be able to find a slightly cheaper used Ref 54, but even if it is fairly clean, it will probably, unfortunately, need a repad (in my experience), so you will end up spending the same. This make the current lineup of Selmer Paris alto saxes as follows: Axos, Super Action 80 Serie II, Serie III & Supreme. The Supreme effectively replaces it in their lineup.
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The sound really comes alive at higher dynamics so that you can cut through playing lead alto or with a loud band. Acoustics, ergonomic features and aesthetics recall the spirit of this famous model: - rich, round tone colour, very centred blowing and exceptional tuning balance, - compact and precise keywork, comfortable handling, - a specific finish with a fine engraving and dark lacquer. Update Selmer was so pleased with the result of the Supreme and the artist feedback that they have now discontinued the Reference 54 alto sax. Intonation and ergonomics are modern and better than a VI, so it’s a great horn for a whole range of people interested in a pro alto. Compared to a typical VI, this has more of a robust, even scale up into the palm keys and down into the bell keys. The tone really is reminiscent of the Mark VI vibe, with a delicate, French “core” in the center of the sound, and some dense, complexity around that. You save a LOT of money on a like new horn, and you end up with a better-setup saxophone anyway.
And when you consider that this horn is like new, but with a (very necessary) $300 new horn setup done by a tech who has a year wait because he is so in-demand, this is what you should buy instead of a new Ref 54. If you want a Selmer sound and you want to play more than classical, then this horn is an obvious, no-brainer kind of decision. Besides looking nice, it is also one of the best available options for a do-it-all modern alto. This is a beautiful saxophone, with a unique dark honey gold lacquer, gorgeous hand engraving, and Selmer Paris build quality.
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The owner of this horn took meticulous care of it, played it recreationally at home, and had the best tech around (Matt Stohrer) do an expensive ($300) full setup on it. The result is a refined sound that has a lot of warmth and projection. Selmer introduced the Reference 54 in an attempt to capture the essence of a 1954 Mark VI, but with modern keywork and intonation. 655,xxx Selmer Reference 54 alto saxophone. It is in mint condition, as is the original case. Selmer Reference 54 Alto Saxophone, Video Demo. Here is like new (or better) condition Reference 54 alto from Selmer Paris. This saxophone is sold! But click HERE to see our current selection of alto saxophones.
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