Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone SN 617351

Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone Overview

The Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone is a professional French-made alto designed around fast response, stable intonation, and compact ergonomics. The Series III platform uses a slightly higher copper-content yellow brass body and a Series III bore neck to support a warm, centered classical sound with immediate speak and clear articulation. This instrument includes a hand-engraved bell and modern keywork features such as high F sharp and front F, and it has been lightly used with original lacquer largely intact.

Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Key: Eb
• Model: 62J (Series III)
• Range: High F sharp key
• Body style: Series III body style
• Neck: Series III bore
• Body construction: Mini ribs
• Body material: Yellow brass with extra copper content
• Keywork: Compact key positioning; front F spatula; metal left-hand thumb rest; adjustable metal right-hand thumb rest
• Mechanism details: Tapered pivot screws; blued steel needle springs; treated leather pads with metal resonators; C sharp vent for C sharp tuning stability
• Finish: Lacquer (original lacquer largely intact)
• Bell: Hand-engraved
• Case: Original
• Accessories: None included

Condition & Setup

Used condition, lightly played. The original lacquer is largely intact. This saxophone has been professionally serviced in our shop, set up to standard playing tolerances, and play-tested to confirm response and keywork function.

Who the Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone Is For

The Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III Alto Saxophone is a professional classical alto saxophone designed for players who need quick response, precise ergonomics, and a warm, focused tone. It is well suited to conservatory study, orchestral saxophone parts, wind ensemble, chamber music, and solo classical repertoire where clarity of articulation and consistent intonation matter.

Within Selmer Paris’s lineup, the Series III is known for its compact, close-to-the-body key layout and a feel that supports fast technical playing. The higher copper-content brass platform contributes to a naturally warm tonal center from the first breath, while modern features like high F sharp, front F, and the C sharp vent help with facility and pitch stability in contemporary classical performance demands.

Common Questions About The Selmer Paris Model 62J Series III

Is the Selmer Paris Series III Model 62J suitable for professional classical playing?

Yes. The Series III alto is widely used in classical settings because it prioritizes centered tone, reliable intonation, and fast response, with ergonomic keywork designed for technical repertoire.

What does the high F sharp key and front F key add in practical use?

The high F sharp key extends the standard range and can simplify certain altissimo-adjacent fingerings, while the front F key provides an alternate F fingering that improves facility in fast passages and common technical patterns.

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