This is a turn-key purchase on a beautiful near mint Reference 54 alto for way less than the price of a new one. It comes in the original (somewhat scuffed) Selmer case which is both light and protective.
The Series II’s and III’s can be quite frustrating in the mouthpiece department. It’s the only alto Selmer currently makes that tunes easily with a Meyer or other typical jazz mouthpiece. It looks pretty much like a new saxophone. The Reference 54 is my favorite modern Selmer without any question. The Reference series currently proposes two tenor saxophone versions : Reference 36 and Reference 54. This horn has not been played much, and pads are in quite good shape. This was just tuned up, so it comes to you playing just like a new Selmer. SeleS Axos Alto Saxophone Review The Diligent Musician - Winner: Reference 54 Ergonomics Selmer Reference 54: Ergonomics are very good. Reference is a new Selmer Paris concept which combines acoustic or ergonomic characteristics of several famous previous Selmer Paris models with the qualities of today’s top design and manufacture. There’s a good reason that these horns are so popular! They have the best tone of any of the modern Selmers (in my opinion).
Intonation and ergonomics are modern and better than a VI, so it’s a great horn for a whole range of people interested in a pro alto. A major favorite among jazz saxophonists the Reference 54 alto saxophone offers a rich throaty sound that even.
This horn is in beautiful shape with gorgeous engraving and lacquer, and the tone really is reminiscent of the Mark VI vibe. Inspired by the Mark VI model released in 1954, the Selmer Paris 72 Reference 54 alto is a professional saxophone that integrates the Mark VI's legendary acoustic characteristics with innovative modern key work and better intonation. The modern high-end Selmers are definitely a case of “buy used and save the difference.” The cheapest online new price I could find on one is $6849.00. This one is in near mint condition with only the slightest signs of use (see many photos below). And finding a nice used one can be a challenge. It does jazz well, and it does classical well. The dark lacquer is deep and rich and the intricate hand engraving really delivers on an aesthetic level but most importantly the sound concept and intonation is spot on.The Selmer Reference 54 alto is a perfect choice for a pro alto for a serious player. The 54 is a clear tip of the hat to 1954 when the MKVi was first produced and the look of the new instrument oozes class and character. So, the Selmer team in Paris set about consulting top players, re-modelling the key sizes, shapes and layout, referring back to some of their old designs including the shaping of the necks and bow to bell design shape and size, and the Reference series was born. The feeling that the Series II was perhaps a little muddy sounding and the Series III had the opposite problem of being too bright compounded this and for many neither had the amazingly slick and positive key action found on some vintage Selmers. Whilst Selmer had enjoyed some commercial success with the Series II and Series III Saxophones in the 1980s and 1990s there was still a feeling amongst many of the keen Saxophonists that the modern day Selmers didnt quite hit the mark. Produced to pay homage to their MKVI Saxophones that began production in 1954, the Reference series was designed to bring a new level of tone and ergonomics to the worlds leading Saxophone brand. The Selmer Ref 54 Alto Sax is part of a Reference series that has re-shaped the modern day perception of the Selmer brand. Product InformationThis superb condition Selmer Reference 54 Alto saxophone shows minimal signs of use by the one previous owner and is supplied the with original shaped Reference case.