Henri Selmer Super Balanced Action ca. 1953 - Original Lacquer

The Selmer Super Balanced Action is considered by many to be the design that set the tone for the modern saxophone. Originally called the Super Action model, it is now known as the Super Balanced Action (SBA) to differentiate it from the newer Super Action 80 model that came much later. This was the first Selmer saxophone to feature offset tone holes in the upper and lower stacks. On previous models, the tone holes were all in line along the front of the sax. On the SBA, those in the bottom stack are now offset slightly to the right, making for a much more comfortable feel. Players loved it, and pretty much all modern horns are based on this idea now.

This particular instrument is one from the final year before the legendary Mark VI was introduced and is in excellent condition considering it's age. The original lacquer is about 85% intact and the recent overhaul to factory specs includes new pads with the original resonators. There are clear spots of repair like the body tube to bottom bow band. This horn plays wonderfully and has the classic, sweet SBA sound.

This instrument is shipped with insurance for the value of the item and will be very carefully packed.

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