Henri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series II Alto Saxophone - Black Lacquer (Competition Demo / Open Box Model)
We have an extraordinary instrument available for the discerning professional or advancing student. This stunning Henri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series II Alto Saxophone is an official factory demo model from the recent Houston Underground Saxophone Competition.
Please note: This is not a heavily used, worn, or damaged instrument. It was unboxed exclusively for display and brief play-testing by top-tier artists during the event. It is functionally a brand-new instrument, now available to the public at a heavily discounted open-box price.
The Series II has been the industry standard for professional alto saxophones since its release in 1986. Known for its unparalleled versatility, it possesses a rich, centered tone that is perfectly at home in a classical wind ensemble, a jazz combo, or a funk horn section. This specific model features Selmer's breathtaking black lacquer finish, accented by beautiful floral engraving, making it a true centerpiece instrument.
Super Action 80 Series II
- Black Lacquer Finish: The sleek black lacquer offers a striking, modern aesthetic on stage. Acoustically, this specific finish adds a slight amount of mass to the instrument, which many players feel translates to a darker, more centered, and punchier tone.
- Legendary Versatility: The Series II bore design offers a beautifully complex and flexible sound. It provides enough resistance to push dynamically without the sound breaking up, allowing the player to easily mold their tone to fit any genre.
- Professional Keywork: Engineered for fluid, lightning-fast technique. The keywork falls perfectly under the fingers, and the inclusion of the high F# key extends the instrument's functional range with ease.
- Iconic Selmer Intonation: Universally trusted for its even scale and flawless intonation across all registers.
Condition & Shop Inspection
- Cosmetics: Competition Demo / Open Box. This horn was utilized solely for artist play-testing at a major saxophone event. The beautiful black lacquer is fully intact and visually arresting, showing only the most microscopic, nearly imperceptible signs of handling.
- Mechanics: Flawless. Even pristine event demos undergo our rigorous quality control. Our in-house repair team has thoroughly benched and regulated this saxophone to ensure every pad seals with absolute perfection and the key action is incredibly snappy.
- Accessories: Includes a premium Selmer Paris hard case, a Selmer Paris mouthpiece, ligature, cap, and all standard factory accessories.
Specifications
- Brand: Henri Selmer Paris
- Model: Super Action 80 Series II (Model 52BL)
- Key: Eb
- Body Material: Yellow Brass
- Finish: Black Lacquer with Gold Lacquered Keys
- Engraving: Traditional Floral
- Provenance: Houston Underground Saxophone Competition Demo Model
- Condition: Demo / Open Box
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