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Archived Altos

Selmer 2000s ‘La Voix II’ Eb Alto, Silver Plate, #9,024k (Archived)

$SOLD - Ser# 9,024,xxx. Intermediate Selmer from the recent years. Rare Silver plate in 97% condition. Model SAS-280RS. It arrived we'll played, yet still playing very strong. I was very impressed with the action and feel and I would say that this could keep up with some pro saxes! 1) it's a "selmer", with all the ergos and tone you're after. I would label the tone as "bold, focused, slightly brighter than Vintage tone, yet, very responsive and firm". The bell is "traditional-sized bell" for the clean, focused sound. (I found the bell curve to be very interesting--flares to the right). Comes with the original Selmer hard case/backpack-type with the "la voix" on it.
---We just finished a full disassembly, silver dip cleaning, chemical cleaning, and replaced the main palm key pads and Eb for longevity and easy maintenance! All shined up and helped her sing the doors down!
Cosmetic Rating: 9.0
This sax is a super cool sax! I actually really like the tone. It must be reminiscent of my ol' Series II selmer.

Item #: WWS11.2E5.77.1131.5-C240

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Woodwind Co. ‘New York “J5″‘ Alto, (WWS reface)- 0.078” (Archived)

SOLD - Terrific material and good classic design. Larger chamber makes for a big vintage sound. reminds me of a slant signature sound but a but more 'round'/less focus with the WWS Refaced tip at 078". I have to say, I did my very best to copy my personal Woodwind Co. mpc. This one plays darker than my personal favorite, but just as free blowing. size of 0.065". No ligature, notice the lack of tooth pad design, we'll include a cushion if you'd like to play. Most buyers like these to strictly look at though.

Item:WWS0.00.00.10101.6-C60

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Wagner ‘JK Blank’ Alto, Rubber – 0.061″

SOLD - here's another winner!--a cheap option: hard rubber. No script. medium-large chamber...poised for a nice, crisp, jazz tone. Originally 0.061" on arrival, It will get reface and play crisp and clear! Likely to about 0.063-068"...or check in to see if you can request the size! Comes with one screw ligature!
Current play test: medium resistance. I'm not sure if I like that, and would certainly look into the tip for finesse work. This should be a very clear, clean tone, with free-blowing traits.

WWSTc10.00.691.4-C30-2

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Selmer ‘Elkhart- New York 2’ Alto, (WWS reface)- 0.069″(Archived)

SOLD - vintage Selmer, marked "2", with links to Zimberoff stencil line of mouthpieces (aka = awesome!)...I just refaced it to 0.069". It plays excellent! It has a medium-large, round chamber with rounded side walls. A great blowing piece! excellent center core tone with projection. My last one was an AWESOME player! reminded me of a Meyer/Link tone, but better (good price!). no lig sorry. It plays nice, with a mild resistance.

Item:WWS0.39.50.5221.4-c15

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