Selmer Model STS511B Intermediate Tenor Saxophone in Black Lacquer MINT CONDITION

Key Features

• Condition: Demo model in excellent condition, never privately owned
• Instrument: Intermediate Bb tenor saxophone
• Finish: Black lacquer with Selmer Paris Mark VI American-inspired hand engraving (Elkhart, Indiana artwork)
• Hand-adjusted neck for optimized response and intonation
• One-piece, hand-hammered bell
• Pisoni Pro pads 
• Blue steel needle springs
• Adjustable thumb rest
• Case: Premium ballistic nylon case with backpack straps, durable handles, spacious accessories compartment, and outer sheet-music pocket
• Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, polish cloth
• Professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested

Selmer STS511B Tenor Saxophone

A Selmer STS511B is an intermediate Bb tenor saxophone built to deliver professional-style response and tonal complexity at a practical price point. It is designed for advancing players who want a Selmer feel and sound concept without stepping into a full pro-line instrument. The STS511 series is known for an unusually complex, centered tone for its category, supported by a hand-adjusted neck and a one-piece, hand-hammered bell. This example is finished in black lacquer with Mark VI American-inspired engraving and has been set up and is ready to play.

In performance, the STS511B offers a clear core with layered overtones, making it adaptable for concert band, jazz ensemble, pit orchestra, and studio work where intonation stability and consistent response matter. The proprietary 3-phase tone hole leveling process supports reliable pad seating over time, and Pisoni Pro pads help maintain a secure seal for clean attacks and controlled soft playing. Blue steel needle springs contribute to a light, fast key action, while the adjustable thumb rest and updated ergonomics support long rehearsals and demanding technical passages. The one-piece, hand-hammered bell helps projection and focus, especially in ensemble settings where you need the tenor to speak without forcing. Ideal for advanced students, serious adult players, and doublers seeking a dependable tenor with Selmer-style handling and a refined, complex tonal palette.

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