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1. #Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone serial number#
2. #Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone full#
3. #Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone professional#
4. #Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone series#

#Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone series#

The final model in the Bird series was the Dragonbird, debuting in 2011. Only about 150 of these were manufactured. The sole tenor in the lineup was a limited edition Reference 54, also in honey gold lacquer and black pearls, with no high F#. Only about 250 of these were made in Paris. The limited Reference 54 alto sax came in the dark Reference lacquer, with black pearls, and was available with or without high F#. The standard alto was available in either a Series II or Series III, with honey gold lacquer and black pearl key touches. For the first time, the standard series was truly standard, with no set limit on production, and more models were available. For numbers, there were about 110 of the standard altos, 30 limited altos, and 40 limited tenors made for the USA.Īfter a small break, the Firebird series was introduced in late 2008 to carry over into 2009. The limited edition models also featured black pearl key touches. Both standard and limited altos were in the dark Reference 54 lacquer, and the limited only tenor was in a gold lacquer. This series came without high F# on all models. Once again available as a Reference 54 for alto, the tenor this time was a Reference 36. For the USA, approximately 330 standard altos, 90 limited altos, and 50 limited tenors were made. The tenor was limited edition only, with the honey gold lacquer. The standard alto had the same honey gold lacquer as the previous Hummingbird series, but the limited edition had the darker lacquer normally seen on the Reference altos. This one again started with a Reference 54 alto, in standard and limited, as well as a new Reference 54 tenor sax. The second series was the Kookaburra, coming in 2006. Approximately 300 of the standard were made for the USA market, and only about 70 of the limited model. The standard and limited models both featured honey gold lacquer (similar to the traditional tenor Reference 36 color). Within each series, there was a "standard" model and a "limited edition" model, with the limited often having more detailed engraving, and unique included accessories, and sometimes a special case as well.Ĭoming first in 2005, the Hummingbird series was available as a Reference 54 alto sax. A total of 5 series were produced over 7 years, each with unique engraving. It plays and looks like a vintage Selmer, including longer bell to improve intonation and a vintage matte finish.In 2005, Selmer Paris debuted a special "bird" series of saxophones, to commemorate the life of Charlie Parker (2005 being the 50th annivesary of his death).

#Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone serial number#

The Reference 54 takes its inspiration from a 1958 mid-70,000 serial number Mark VI. Join the legions of jazz saxophonists that have rediscovered the sound of the legendary Mark VI and have made the Selmer Reference 54 their horn of choice. This instrument comes complete with shaped flight case, Selmer Paris S-80 C* mouthpiece, cap and ligature, and care products. The keywork of the Selmer Reference 54 saxophone utilizes a modern, ergonomic design.

#Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone full#

A favorite among jazz saxophonists, the Reference 54 offers a rich, full sound with an even scale and great egonomics. It integrates the Mark VI's legendary acoustic characteristics with innovative, modern key work, and better intonation.

#Selmer ref 54 alto saxophone professional#

The Selmer Reference 54 is a professional saxophone inspired by the Mark VI model released in 1954.