17,xxx Selmer Super Sax Alto Saxophone, Just Serviced, Video
1933 Selmer Super Sax alto saxophone, s/n 17827. This is a rare late model Super Sax, stamped SSS on the bell, which stood for Selmer Super Sax. The Super Sax is sometimes referred to as the Cigar Cutter model due to the unique octave mechanism that the earlier versions have. Selmer updated the octave key design around s/n 17250 and fewer than 1000 altos were made of this type before the Radio Improved model came out. Although this horn has a different octave mechanism than the Cigar Cutter, it's largely the same horn otherwise. This sax is a pleasure to play. It has a lush, warm sound that is darker than a Balanced Action but still projects remarkably well.
This sax was just overhauled by the previous owner prior to sale. The pads are in new condition and seal very well. The palm key risers feel great under my hands and give it a more modern feel. The sax comes in its original case.
