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The Jubilee Edition saxophones replace the standard Super Action 80 Series II and Super Action 80 series III saxophones. Jubilee Series instruments are more aesthetically elegant and offer redesigned features that are lighter and more responsive. The Series II Model 52 Jubilee Edition Alto Saxophone is an update of the most popular Selmer Paris saxophone ever. There is a reason the Series II has been THE standard in professional saxophones for a generationThe Super Action 80 Series 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.1885-2010 Selmer celebrates its Jubilee! 125 years of experience have enabled Selmer Paris to create the acoustic and aesthetic alchemy of the saxophone and become the main architect of its evolution. With the jubilee celebration saxophones, Selmer lays the foundation for a new visual identity of the instrument, while keeping intact its sound conception and the creativity of its ergonomics.In keeping with the French jewelers tradition, the new engraving is thinner thanks to an new outline technique, comes to decorate the bell and the bow, doubled on the bell-to-bow ring by the original signature of the Founder, Henri Selmer. A new lacquer optimizes the quality of the play of light through shades of gold tone in the instruments reflection.The neck key is redesigned through a lighter mechanism and subtly thinner outlines, thus becoming more elegant. In order to fulfill this new visual balance, the geometry of the S neck is imperceptibly modernized on a deep blue background even more recognizable.The new S125 Anniversary mouthpiece gives a final touch to the aesthetic dynamics of the instrument, including a brass ring that optimizes the acoustic resonance potential of the instrument.The S125 Anniversary mouthpiece offers dynamic aesthetics and an optimized acoustic resonanceGold tone lacquer offers more warmth and presenceA new style of outline engraving highlights a thinner, more elegant and elaborate design from the bell to the bow, with Henri Selmers signature on the connecting ring. A redesigned octave neck key has a lighter mechanism and subtly thinner outlinesThe bow-to-bow ring displays the original signature of Henri Selmer100% French manufacturedThe included accessory kit features the latest Selmer Paris top-of-the-range accessory line including strap, swab, cloth, and cork grease Minimize