Selmer Axos Tenor Sax
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Selmer
Axos Tenor Sax
Product Info
Article Number:
511289
Brand:
Selmer
Model:
Axos Tenor Sax
Category:
Tenor Saxophones
Price:
$4,507.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Selmer Axos is a fantastic entry point into the Selmer family, offering a professional feel without the premium price tag. Its narrow scale makes it forgiving for developing players, while still providing a quality Selmer tone and build. It’s a great choice for serious students or intermediate players looking to upgrade.
Product Description
- Selmer Axos Tenor Sax
- Tenor Saxophone
- Body and mechanism made of brass
- Narrow scale
- High F# key
- Tilter low Bb
- Leather upholstery with sound-optimised metal resonators
- Gold lacquer with handmade engraving
- Weight: 3.3 kg
- Incl. mouthpiece Selmer S80 C*
- Axos Light case with backpack set and accessories
- Made in France
PROS
- • Brass body offers a warm, responsive core tone.
- • Narrow scale facilitates easier upper register playing for many.
- • High F# key expands melodic possibilities and technical range.
- • Selmer S80 C* mouthpiece provides a solid, versatile starting point.
CONS
- • The brass construction can feel slightly heavier than some modern alternatives.
- • While versatile, the narrow scale might limit extreme low-end flexibility.
- • The included case, while functional, isn’t as robust as premium hard cases.
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Key Features
Material
Yellow Brass body and keys
Keywork
Mechanically linked key system, durable and responsive
Finish
Gold lacquer with handmade engraving, offering a refined aesthetic
High F# Key
Yes, for extended range and complex passages
Mouthpiece
Selmer S80 C*, a well-balanced student/intermediate mouthpiece
Weight
3.3 kg (approximately 7.3 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Axos has a brighter, more modern tone than the legendary Mark VI, lacking the darker, more complex vintage character, but offering excellent projection and clarity.
While experienced players might occasionally miss the extreme low-end extension of a wider scale, the Axos’s narrower scale primarily aids playability and intonation for a broader range of skill levels.
Selmer uses quality leather pads, but like all saxophones, they'll eventually need replacement; expect 5-7 years of solid playing before considering a repad, depending on usage and care.
