Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone in Original Lacquer SN 45883

Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone Overview

The Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action tenor saxophone occupies an important place in Selmer's professional lineage, bridging the Balanced Action era and the later Mark VI. Musicians value the model for its centered core, flexible response, and distinct postwar Selmer character, making it a serious choice for jazz, commercial work, and collections focused on historically significant professional saxophones. This particular instrument also features extensive floral engraving characteristic of Selmer's decorated saxophones from the period.

Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone Specifications

• Instrument Type: Tenor saxophone
• Key: Bb
• Model: Super Balanced Action
• Finish: Original lacquer
• Body Material: Brass
• Country of Manufacture: France
• Case: Fitted brown Selmer case with purple plush interior
• Accessories: Polish cloth
• Serial Number: 45883

Condition & Setup

This instrument is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested, including a complete repad with all pads replaced and regulated. Retaining more than 95% of its original lacquer, it is among the finest Super Balanced Action tenors we have handled. Cosmetic wear includes scattered light scratches, handling marks, small finish blemishes, and localized oxidation around the lower fittings. The neck cork is installed and intact. The included case shows substantial exterior scuffing, edge wear, and age-related hardware tarnish.

Who the Super Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone Is For

The Super Balanced Action is best suited to professional players, advanced saxophonists, and collectors who appreciate the tonal identity and mechanical character of an early Selmer Paris professional tenor. Its focused core and flexible tonal palette are well suited to jazz, commercial playing, and solo work, particularly for musicians seeking a vintage Selmer voice with an earlier keywork layout than the Mark VI.

Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action

How does the Super Balanced Action relate to the Mark VI?

The Super Balanced Action directly preceded the Mark VI and represents an important stage in the development of Selmer's modern saxophone design. It retains an earlier keywork layout and a tonal identity many players associate with focused projection, flexibility, and a strong central core.

What does the complete repad include?

A complete repad means that all pads were replaced and the mechanism was regulated for proper seating and coordinated key action.

What should a player evaluate when choosing a Super Balanced Action tenor?

Players commonly consider response across the full range, intonation tendencies, neck and body resonance, keywork comfort, and how the instrument's focused vintage Selmer character complements their mouthpiece and tonal concept.

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