{"product_id":"selmer-paris-alto-saxophone-serie-iii","title":"Selmer Paris SERIE III Plain Alto Saxophone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\"This quality at this price. There’s a good reason for it.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"120\" data-start=\"117\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSERIE III Value Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e [Overview]\u003cbr\u003eSelmer Paris Alto Saxophone, early SERIE III model (*). No bell engraving. Clear lacquer finish. Manufactured in 2000. Accessories: Original hard case, mouthpiece, strap　\u003cbr\u003e*The shape of the table keys and the octave key mechanism differ from later models.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e [Condition]\u003cbr\u003eDent on the front of the U-tube \u003e repaired (with lacquer bleeding). Lacquer finish chipped on some keys. Cork buildup on the high F key. Extensive lacquer discoloration (blackening) on the back of the body and the upper joint tube.Overhauled and adjusted after complete disassembly of all keys, internal cleaning, and replacement of all pads (using Serie 3 genuine CHANU metal resonators without rivet buttons), corks, and felts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[Features \u0026 Appeal]\u003cbr\u003eAmong Selmer saxophones produced since 1980, the Super Action 80 and the SERIE II have long been the mainstays.\u003cbr data-end=\"129\" data-start=\"126\"\u003e Within this lineage, the SERIE III emerged as “another option.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"285\" data-start=\"171\"\u003e Following the soprano and tenor models, the alto was introduced in 1999.\u003cbr data-end=\"199\" data-start=\"196\"\u003e It established a solid position as a new direction for Selmer.\u003cbr data-end=\"228\" data-start=\"225\"\u003e It remained in production for over 20 years, undergoing minor updates along the way, until production was discontinued in October 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"414\" data-start=\"287\"\u003e The SERIE III is characterized by clear articulation and a light, pure sound free of harshness.\u003cbr data-end=\"329\" data-start=\"326\"\u003e With its sharp attack and sense of speed, it has a character that doesn’t get lost in the mix, making it suitable not only for classical music but also for pop, fusion, and electric ensembles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"458\" data-start=\"416\"\u003e Now, regarding this model.\u003cbr data-end=\"425\" data-start=\"422\"\u003e It is priced reasonably for a Selmer saxophone, and the reason is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"515\" data-start=\"460\"\u003e ・No bell engraving (does not affect sound quality)\u003cbr data-end=\"486\" data-start=\"483\"\u003e ・The U-tube has a mark where a dent was repaired (this has no effect on function or sound)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"555\" data-start=\"517\"\u003e While these cosmetic factors lower the instrument’s market value, we’ve kept the price well below the market rate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"634\" data-start=\"557\"\u003e Of course, it has been fully overhauled, including disassembly and cleaning, replacement of all pads (CHANU), and replacement of corks and felts. It is in excellent playing condition and ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"636\"\u003e In other words,\u003cbr data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"640\"\u003e “A SERIE III with a lower price due to cosmetic factors, but excellent performance.”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-end=\"740\" data-start=\"674\"\u003e “I wanted to try the SERIE III, but before I knew it, it had disappeared from the lineup”\u003cbr data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"716\"\u003e “I want another Selmer with a different sound character”\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"763\" data-start=\"742\"\u003e This is the perfect instrument for those looking for just that.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"763\" data-start=\"742\"\u003e ☆Okubo Gakki collaborates with the Odagiri Workshop, a saxophone repair specialist, to handle all adjustment processes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/blogs\/news\/%E7%AE%A1%E6%A5%BD%E5%99%A8%E3%83%A1%E3%83%B3%E3%83%86%E3%83%8A%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%82%B7%E3%83%AA%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BA-%E3%82%B5%E3%83%83%E3%82%AF%E3%82%B9\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"サックスの正しいお手入れ方法\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e☆How to properly care for your saxophone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selmer Paris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50375771586797,"sku":"106552","price":539000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/A_DSC6126.jpg?v=1785570349","url":"https:\/\/tcgakki.com\/en\/products\/selmer-paris-serie-iii-engraved-alto-saxophone-2","provider":"TC楽器 - TCGAKKI","version":"1.0","type":"link"}