Selmer Paris Series II Model 51 Jubliee Edition Soprano Saxophone 51JBL – Black Lacquer

The Selmer Paris Series II 51J soprano is one of the the sweetest sounding one-pieces on the market. Even tone and a clean upper register are the hallmarks of this soprano. The Series II sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass saxophones have been the professional choice for a generation and continue to be the most popular professional saxophone in the world.

The reasons are clear: they all possess a flexible but centered tone that is natural in almost any playing situation. Yellow brass body tubes and keys resonate across the entire timbre spectrum: full-ribbed construction enhances their durability.

The Series superior intonation characteristics make these saxophone a natural choice for any professional or those who aspire to be.

The 51J features lacquered brass.
The 51JBL is identical to the 51J, except that the black lacquer provides a unique look and darker tone.
The 51JS is identical to the 51J, except that the silver plate provides a unique look and brighter tone.

• Acoustics: one-piece body style
• Neck: Straight, non-detachable
• Range: Low Bb – High F#
• Construction: mini-ribs, Lacquered Brass (51JBL black lacquer) (51JS silver plate)
• Mechanism: compact key positioning – closer to the body and directly under the hand
• Mouthpiece: Selmer S80 C*
• Front F Key: spatula
• Left-hand thumb rest: plastic
• Right-hand thumb rest: metal, adjustable
• Adjusting screws: high E & F, low B table key, G# key, F#/G# lug, F#/G# adjusting bar, low C#, low B, side C, side Bb,
• Pivot screws: tapered
• Needle springs: blued steel
• Pads: treated kid leather with metal resonators.