Pre-Owned Henri Selmer Paris Series III "Jubilee Edition" Professional Alto Saxophone - Gold Lacquer
We have an absolute pinnacle of modern French saxophone design on the bench today. The Henri Selmer Paris Series III is widely regarded as one of the most acoustically pure, flexible, and lightning-fast classical and contemporary saxophones ever produced. Celebrated for its pinpoint intonation, reduced acoustic resistance, and effortless altissimo response, it offers a focused clarity that gives the player complete artistic control.
This specific instrument, carrying serial number 767745, is a genuine Jubilee Edition. Introduced to commemorate Selmer’s 125th anniversary, the Jubilee refresh brought notable refinements: a richer honey-gold lacquer, an updated lightweight octave mechanism, and an exquisite, modern floral outline engraving that wraps gracefully across the bell and bow. Showing only the faintest whisper of prior handling, this horn arrives in near-mint condition, offering a rare opportunity to own a top-tier modern French Selmer without paying the new retail price.
Key Features & Specifications
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Jubilee Edition Refinements: Features the exclusive Artkas floral outline hand-engraving, Henri Selmer's signature script on the bell, redesigned lightweight octave keywork, and Selmer’s rich honey-gold lacquer finish.
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Reduced Acoustic Resistance: Engineered with smaller, lighter rib plates and direct-soldered posts to minimize contact with the body tube, allowing the brass to vibrate freely with instant dynamic response.
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Acoustic Neck Taper: Features the dedicated Series III neck profile, engineered for dead-on pitch center across octaves and seamless access to the extreme altissimo register.
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Ergonomic Key Layout: Features compact, close-to-the-body key placement with contoured palm keys, an articulated low C#/Bb cluster, and natural mother-of-pearl touches for effortless technique.
Condition & Shop Inspection
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Cosmetics: Near-Mint Condition. The honey-gold lacquer is in stunning shape, showing only the tiniest, negligible signs of gentle test playing. The intricate Jubilee engraving is razor-sharp.
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Mechanics: Bench-Tested & Ready. Our in-house master technicians have fully inspected, regulated, and play-tested the horn. The pads seal with airtight precision, spring tensions are feather-light and snappy, and the octave mechanism operates silently.
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Accessories: Comes safely housed in the original protective hard case. (Please note: Mouthpieces are not included with our pre-owned instrument sales unless otherwise specified.)
Specifications
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Brand: Henri Selmer Paris
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Model: Series III (Jubilee Edition)
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Serial Number: 767745
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Key: Eb (with High F#)
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Finish: Honey Gold Lacquer with Full Floral Hand-Engraving
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Origin: Mantes-la-Ville, France
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Condition: Pre-Owned / Near-Mint Condition
The Fleming Music Commitment When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments & Repair, you gain a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it leaves our hands, backed by our 14-day return window and full 1-year warranty. Reach out to our team directly at https://flemingrepair.com/pages/contact to discuss pricing, financing, trade-ins, or the instrument's playing characteristics. Local to Houston? We strongly encourage you to visit the shop and put air through this Series III yourself. Keep up with our latest arrivals and local events on our social channels at https://linktr.ee/Fleming_Music.
