{"product_id":"henri-selmer-paris-super-action-80-series-iii-professional-tenor-saxophone","title":"Henri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series III Professional Tenor Saxophone circa 2002","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"261\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eOffered for sale is this superb \u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"387\"\u003eHenri Selmer Paris Super Action 80 Series III Tenor Saxophone\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the finest professional saxophones ever produced by the legendary French manufacturer.\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"783\"\u003ePresented in \u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eexceptional original condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, this instrument has clearly been well cared for throughout its life. The lacquer is outstanding, the body and bow are free from dents, and the keywork remains crisp and responsive. It is a beautiful example of a much sought-after professional Selmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eAbout Henri Selmer Paris\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eFounded in \u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"833\"\u003e1885\u003c\/strong\u003e by clarinettist \u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eHenri Selmer\u003c\/strong\u003e, Selmer Paris has become the world's most prestigious saxophone manufacturer. From the iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eBalanced Action\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eMark VI\u003c\/strong\u003e through to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eSuper Action 80\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eReference\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eSeries III\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eSignature\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eSupreme\u003c\/strong\u003e models, Selmer instruments have defined the professional saxophone for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eTheir instruments have been played by countless jazz and classical legends including \u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eJohn Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, Cannonball Adderley, Marcel Mule\u003c\/strong\u003e and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eEvery Selmer Paris saxophone is individually manufactured in France with an emphasis on precision engineering, craftsmanship and exceptional musical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eThe Super Action 80 Series III\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eIntroduced during the 1990s, the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eSeries III\u003c\/strong\u003e was designed to provide exceptional tuning, effortless response and lighter, faster keywork than previous generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eIt is renowned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eOutstanding intonation throughout the range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eA centred, focused tone with excellent projection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eQuick, precise key action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eSuperb response from the lowest notes through to the altissimo register.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003eComfortable modern ergonomics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eExceptional build quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eThe Series III has earned an enviable reputation amongst professional players for its consistency and reliability and remains one of Selmer's finest modern designs. This instrument has the iconic Jubilee engraving introduced by Selmer shortly before the Jubilee range of saxes was released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eThis instrument is in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eexceptional cosmetic and playing condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003eOriginal lacquer in superb order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003eExcellent keywork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2384\"\u003eClean body and bow with no significant dents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2385\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eBeautiful engraving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003eNeck and body serial numbers match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eReady to play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2462\"\u003eJubilee engraving. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003eIt would suit the discerning professional, advanced student or collector looking for an outstanding example of a Selmer Series III.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eExamples in this condition are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This is a wonderful opportunity to acquire a professional French-made Selmer that combines superb craftsmanship with the focused, powerful sound for which the Series III has become renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eA truly first-class instrument that will continue to provide many years of musical enjoyment and is equally at home in classical, jazz or commercial performance\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Saxophone Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56323506798971,"sku":null,"price":4350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/9512\/4378\/files\/8699D7F8-83E2-4F54-9434-767822D0E968.jpg?v=1783159721","url":"https:\/\/saxophoneshop.co.uk\/products\/henri-selmer-paris-super-action-80-series-iii-professional-tenor-saxophone","provider":"The Saxophone Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}