Selmer Signature Alto Sax SE-ASIP
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Selmer
Signature Alto Sax SE-ASIP
Product Info
Article Number:
575736
Brand:
Selmer
Model:
Signature Alto Sax SE-ASIP
Category:
Alto Saxophones
Price:
$7,907.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
Selmer really knocked it out of the park with the Signature – it's a refined Super Action 80 II, delivering a richer, more focused sound and improved upper register intonation. This is a top-tier horn for serious players and professionals who want that classic Selmer feel with modern refinements and a touch of class.
Product Description
- Selmer Signature Alto Sax SE-ASIP
- Alto Saxophone
- Renewal of the Selmer Super Action 80 Series II
- Retention of the specific sound characteristics
- Optimized intonation in the upper register
- Improved sound emission in the lower register
- Exclusive engraving of body and bell in Art Déco style
- Optimized ergonomics
- New S-bow bore
- Adjustable concentric 3-point S-bow mount
- Adjustable S-bow clamping ring made of nickel silver
- Octave action with Teflon bearings
- leather pads with metal resonators
- Metal thumb rest for left and right hand
- Body and keys patinated
- Incl. "Signature" case with backpack set
- Selmer "Concept" mouthpiece (with ligature and capsule)
- metal heart protector
- microfibre cloth
- neck strap and pull-through swab for S-bow and body
- Made in France
PROS
- • Art Deco engraving adds visual elegance and subtle heft.
- • New S-bow bore delivers improved projection and warmth across registers.
- • Teflon-bearing octave key offers exceptionally smooth and reliable action.
- • Nickel silver S-bow clamping ring provides enhanced resonance and stability.
CONS
- • The patinated finish might not appeal to players preferring a bright, unadorned look.
- • Premium-priced, making it inaccessible for many student or intermediate players.
- • Ergonomics, while optimized, may still require adjustment for some hand sizes.
Product Video
Key Features
Material
Yellow brass body and bell, nickel silver keys
Keywork
Adjustable concentric 3-point S-bow mount, Teflon-bearing octave key
Finish
Patinated body and keys, Art Deco engraving
High F# Key
Yes
Mouthpiece
Selmer 'Concept' mouthpiece
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It retains the core tonal characteristics but with enhanced projection and a more even response across the range, avoiding some of the intonation quirks found in older models.
It's primarily aesthetic, but the heavier engraving does subtly influence resonance, contributing to a slightly warmer tone and added presence.
It allows fine-tuning of the horn’s response and ergonomics; adjustments are straightforward but may benefit from a technician’s guidance for optimal setup.
