Pre-Owned Selmer Paris Series III Professional Alto Saxophone (Pro-Owned) - Lacquer
For sale is a stunning piece of modern French craftsmanship: a Pre-Owned Selmer Paris Series III Professional Alto Saxophone, serial number 625753.
This specific instrument comes to us with an incredible pedigree—it is being sold on consignment for a highly respected, working professional saxophonist right here in the Houston area. It has been her trusted workhorse, and after just a few notes, it is incredibly obvious why. This horn possesses a gorgeous, deeply resonant, and highly colorful tone that only comes from a well-played, properly broken-in Selmer Paris instrument. It is an absolute player's dream.
This is the ultimate saxophone for the collegiate music major, advancing conservatory student, or gigging professional. The Series III is famous for its acoustic versatility. Thanks to its brilliant core and massive projection, it can effortlessly soar over a big band section, yet it retains the sophisticated, focused warmth required for top-tier classical solo repertoire.
The "Series III" Advantage
- Reduced Weight / Mini-Rib Construction: Unlike heavier vintage models, the Series III utilizes smaller, individual rib plates for the key posts. This allows the brass body tube to vibrate much more freely, resulting in an incredibly quick response and an open, free-blowing feel.
- The C# Resonance Key: One of the most celebrated mechanical upgrades in saxophone history! The Series III features an automatic double C# mechanism that completely eliminates the notoriously flat, stuffy middle C# found on almost all other saxophones, providing flawless intonation.
- Pro-Vetted Acoustics: Because this horn was hand-selected and played by a working professional, you can be completely confident that it is a "good one" with an exceptionally lively and complex acoustic core.
Condition Report & Shop Prep
- Finish (Cosmetics): Honest Player's Wear. This horn has been played heavily and loved deeply, and the lacquer reflects that. There are surface-level scratches throughout, normal contact wear, and the classic "acid bleed" (dark lacquer spotting around the solder joints) that is incredibly common on Selmer Paris horns from this era. These are purely cosmetic and do not affect the incredible sound of the instrument in any way.
- Body:There are no signs of major trauma or detrimental dent damage.
- Mechanics: The keywork is tight, fluid, and lightning-fast. Our expert in-house technicians have fully inspected and precision-regulated this saxophone to ensure the pads are sealing perfectly and it is 100% stage-ready.
- Neck & Case: Includes the original Selmer Series III neck and comes protected in a high-quality aftermarket hard case.
Specifications
- Brand: Selmer Paris
- Model: Series III
- Serial Number: 625753
- Key: Eb Alto
- Finish: Clear Lacquer (Shows cosmetic wear and typical acid bleed)
- Features: C# Resonance Mechanism, Mini-Rib Construction
- Condition: Pre-Owned / Excellent Professional Player's Condition
- Included: Original Neck and Aftermarket Hard Case. (Please note: A mouthpiece is not included).
- Price: $4,400.00
Why Choose Fleming Music?
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