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Selmer Super Tenor saxophone - Relaquered pre Cigar Cutter
$ 649.44
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Very late '30's Selmer tenor saxophone. Just before the Cigar Cutter version. I've heard this referred to as a Big Bore, Transitional, Super...great playing tenor if you can deal with the low end being a bit sharp from the short bow during this period of manufacture. I've gigged on this particular tenor in good adjustment and recall the altissimo being very responsive. This horn could likely have been a school horn with the typical pulled-down neck, all the body work shown in the photos, shiny bright lacquer, and missing case handles from the bus rides home. If you're looking for a fatter, less focused SBA sound, this may work for you if you are okay with the earlier mechanism. Ships in an older tray pack case with clips for a flute and hidden compartment for accessories.The horn will need new pads and a good adjustment. Mechanism is a bit gunky on it right now, but will absolutely clean up for a great playing tenor. Nice sleeper pro horn for a good primary or a fantastic back-up. It's easy to understand why Zoot Simms favored this period.
Item is sold as-is. Buyer to pay for all shipping/insurance costs.