Selmer Supreme Alto Saxophone - Dark Gold Lacquer

After 100 years of innovation, design, and manufacturing of the saxophone, Henri SELMER Paris redefines the modern identity of the alto saxophone with the Supreme.

The creation of the Supreme embodies the culmination of one century of expertise, combined with a perfectly mastered manufacturing process that lives up to the ambitions of the SELMER company.

The Supreme is characterized by a perfectly balanced tuning, infinite sound colors, and a great ease of response. It hides the natural and inherent constraints of the saxophone - the playing limitations are non-existent. Its roundness and projection capacity make it an instrument that is both traditional and resolutely modern. The refinement and care taken in its manufacture, as well as its entirely corrected ergonomics, reveal an enjoyment and evidence of playing that has never been seen before.

The engraving is always a strong element for the identity of a saxophone. The Supreme engraving evokes a sense of universality. The genesis of the sound is embodied in the explosion mixing the plant design, a traditional SELMER engraving, with the cubes illustrating the structure of the metal molecules. The cloud caused by this birth, evokes the projection of air, movement, speed, and life. A disc in the background evokes a planet, echoing the notion of infinite space.

Key: Eb
Range: low Bb to High F#

Numerous innovations have also made it possible to optimize the ergonomics and mechanics of the instrument, contributing to an unprecedented enjoyment and ease of playing.

• 3-point concentric clamp for a better neck-to-body connection avoiding deformations of the clamp and tenon.
• The clamping ring of the socket is made of nickel silver, which brings density to this sensitive area. It is dissociated from the socket, which makes it possible to adjust its position.
• Direct arm between the right-hand F# and F keys allows for a finer and more reliable adjustment.
• Octave key system with Teflon inside the sockets which lighten the action. It also limits play, noise, and wear.
• Lightening of the C# correction system by repositioning the double tone hole.
• Hinged toggle on left hand pinky finger keys allows for greater ease of movement from one key to another.
• New front F key design that is more easily accessible.
• Redesigned shapes and placements of the side keys, facilitating fluid passage from one to the other.
• Shorter action of the right-hand pinky spatula keys (C/Eb).
• Shorter action of the octave key.
• Realignment of the height of the left-hand mother-of-pearl keys offering a more natural finger position.
• Use of rollers within key mechanism for greater fluidity.

The Supreme Alto Saxophone comes with a Concept mouthpiece and a set of accessories designed specifically for it.

• Supreme Alto saxophone case

Exclusively designed case realized specifically for the Supreme by our partner, BAM. Compact in size, it offers a large storage space and two detachable interior pockets. The straps provide great comfort when worn on the back. The night blue ABS shell is reminiscent of the color of the "S" featured on the key of the saxophone neck.

• Concept mouthpiece

With an innovative and refined design, the Concept mouthpiece is made using the latest  manufacturing technologies. Combining ease, richness of sound, and a great uniformity across all playing registers, the Concept is a model of detailed acoustic precision. Ligature and cap are included.

• Supreme neck strap

Foam and leather neck band. Gold metal slider in the shape of the Henri SELMER Paris logo marked black.

• Silk/Microfibers cloth

A bi-material cloth made to the shape of the case:  one side microfiber marked with the Supreme engraving pattern and the other side silk.  It is placed on the instrument in the case to ensure maximum protection of your saxophone.

• Body swab

Round in shape, marked with the engraving pattern of the Supreme, this microfiber swab has at its center a thick absorbent foam for the most efficient cleaning process.

• Neck swab

This swab is made of microfiber cloth, marked with the Supreme engraving pattern.

Selmer have produced an amazing addition to their range of saxophones. They continue to innovate and seek to develop design improvements in their instruments. This is a sax that could please all players in all genres, a truly beautiful instrument that will be a joy to play no matter what genre of music you prefer.