Selmer reference 54 alto review series#

The instrument is repacked as it was received.

Large saxophone keys may be refitted with shipping corks to increase stability for transit.

Factory supplied accessories are inspected to ensure all are present.

All instruments are played with the technician's own mouthpiece or head joint, unless it is not appropriate (in the case in which the mouthpiece or headjoint is unique to the instrument, they are thoroughly cleaned after play-testing).

For better or for worse, today will certainly will be considered a historic day in the history of the company The newly released Selmer Paris Supreme model is being positioned as a new zenith in saxophone design from the company in terms of sound, versatility. On the other hand, if any of the horns mentioned in this article comes across my path for a price that I can justify paying, I wonР В Р вЂ Р В РІР‚С™Р Р†РІР‚С›РЎС›t lay awake nights worrying about which horn has the best G location or whatever. It is not often that Selmer Paris releases a new top-end alto saxophone.

Selmer reference 54 alto review series#

Play-test each instrument throughout its entire range to confirm all adjustments are correct. Unless a no-brainer came across my path, IР В Р вЂ Р В РІР‚С™Р Р†РІР‚С›РЎС›d probably try out a Selmer 80 Series III, a Selmer Reference 54, a comparable Yanagisawa or two, and decide among them.Check all key combinations for proper adjustment.Check pad coverage and adjust where necessary.Check and adjust the fit of components to ensure a firm, but not excessive pressure is needed to assemble out of the box many corks are too tight and the player could easily cause damage to parts by having to apply too much pressure.

Lubricate corks with factory approved grease.

A visual inspection is done to ensure the finish is at factory standards.

Leave the instrument to allow the pads to 'relax'.

Unpack instrument removing all corks used to stabilize keys during shipment.