Selmer Saxophones
Most saxophone enthusiasts know the year 1921, when saxophones were the most popular. It was the year that Henri Selmer Paris created the series 22 saxophone. Ever since, he has been considered one of the world’s best makers of professional-level saxophones. John Coltrane, Michael Brecker, Ricky Ford, Ron Blake, and Stan Gets are all musicians who have played on Selmer saxophones.
A Selmer saxophone that is popular with beginning players is the Selmer AS300. It is easy to play. Many people consider it to be one of the best saxophones on the market. The Selmer AS300 saxophone features nickel-plated keys, rings and palm keys that are easy to reach. Other features of the instrument that saxophone players appreciate are the accurate tone and full-bodied sound. It is a very durable instrument designed to last for years.
If you can afford it, take a look at the professional model Selmer Mark IV. It is considered the best saxophone offered by Selmer. If is preferred by many jazz musicians including Kenny G. The saxophone was introduced in 1954 and was available in alto, baritone, bass, soprano, and sopraninino saxophones. Most modern saxophones use the quality and ergonomic key work design of the Mark VI. People are impressed with the wonderful tones that the instrument can produce.
Selmer continues to improve the quality of its saxophones while at the same time keeping the old traditions alive. Their new Series III saxophones have everything you would expect from a newly created instrument and are based on previous musical instruments. Selmer combines the old way of making saxophones with the latest high tech equipment. As a result, each Selmer saxophone is a stylish musical instrument that are beautiful to look at and a joy to play.
Saxophone players appreciate the Series III for its addition of a venting key, which improves the tuning when the C# key is played. The C# sharp key in the past has sadly been out of tune. Selmer has resolved that problem, making the Selmer Series III create a superior tone quality. Players have found that this type of saxophone is also easy to play. It is capable of delivering more volume than its predecessor the Series II.
Also available from Selmer is the Series III Solid Silver saxophone. It is absolutely beautiful to look at and creates absolutely breathtaking music. Saxophone players feel like they are being pampered when they play the Series III. It is one of the highest performing saxophones you can get.
Whether you are a novice saxophone player or a seasoned professional, you will love the quality of music you will be able to play on a Selmer saxophone. If you are considering buying one, consider saving yourself some money by going with a quality used Selmer saxophone. You can easily find them at your favorite music store, in newspaper advertisements, or online. Once you gaze on a stunning Selmer saxophone, you will fall instantly in love. After you hear the quality sounds it produces, you’ll be ready to commit to playing Selmer for the rest of your musical career.