{"product_id":"selmer-paris-super-action-80-series-ii-black-lacquer","title":"Henri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series II Alto Saxophone - Black Lacquer (Competition Demo \/ Open Box Model)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series II Alto Saxophone - Black Lacquer (Competition Demo \/ Open Box Model)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: This is not a heavily used, worn, or damaged instrument.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Action 80 Series II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Lacquer Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegendary Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Keywork:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Selmer Intonation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Universally trusted for its even scale and flawless intonation across all registers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Shop Inspection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetition Demo \/ Open Box.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlawless.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes a premium Selmer Paris hard case, a Selmer Paris mouthpiece, ligature, cap, and all standard factory accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"cms-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Henri Selmer Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Super Action 80 Series II (Model 52BL)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yellow Brass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black Lacquer with Gold Lacquered Keys\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngraving:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Floral\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Houston Underground Saxophone Competition Demo Model\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Demo \/ Open Box\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fleming Music Commitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When you purchase a professional instrument from Fleming Musical Instruments \u0026amp; Repair, you aren't just buying a horn—you are gaining a dedicated support team. Every instrument is meticulously inspected and regulated by our on-site master technicians before it ever leaves our hands. We back our inventory with a 14-day return window and a full 1-year warranty, so you can invest in your sound with absolute confidence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave questions about financing, need to discuss a potential trade-in, or want to hear how this horn sounds? Reach out to our team directly: https:\/\/flemingrepair.com\/pages\/contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal to Houston? We always encourage you to visit the shop and put air through the horn yourself! Keep up with our latest arrivals, repair videos, and local events on our social channels: https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Fleming_Music. 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