Selmer Jazz Tribute 7* (Tenor Saxophone)

Jazz Tribute: SELMER's Heritage Serving the Tenor

Founded in 1885, Henri SELMER Paris initially made a name for itself by manufacturing reeds and mouthpieces before becoming one of the most respected names in the world of wind instruments. Over time, the brand has combined artisanal craftsmanship with modern processes: digital machining in the Mantes-la-Ville workshops has notably allowed for remarkable manufacturing precision and consistency from one mouthpiece to another. In this spirit, the Jazz Tribute is a model deeply rooted in the jazz aesthetic, designed to deliver a sound balanced between timbre, warmth, and projection.

For Which Musicians and Styles?

The SELME R Jazz Tribute is aimed at intermediate to advanced tenor saxophonists and stage musicians seeking a responsive mouthpiece capable of handling both section playing and solos. Its character is particularly suited to jazz (swing, hard bop, modern), but also to contemporary music whenever presence, articulation, and good clarity in the mix are desired. Thanks to its design and ease of play, it remains comfortable for long sessions, whether rehearsing or performing.

Sound and Design

Made of brass, an alloy known for its direct response and harmonic richness, this mouthpiece promotes a feeling of density and stability while maintaining good playing flexibility. The fine gold layer on the surface adds a touch of brightness and improves projection, useful for standing out without effort, especially in amplified settings or with a rhythm section. Regarding setup, the opening (the gap at the tip, which influences airflow, resistance, and flexibility) and the facing length (the contact area with the reed, which affects response and comfort) have been designed to offer an effective compromise: clear attacks, homogeneous registers, and controlled sound production.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the best out of this mouthpiece, use tenor saxophone reeds suited to your approach (softer strength to maximize ease of play, firmer strength to increase stability and power reserve). A mouthpiece patch can also improve comfort, stabilize the embouchure, and reduce key noise caused by tooth contact, without altering the mouthpiece's sonic identity.

Technical specifications

Category	tenor saxophone	Color	Yellow
Material	metal	Finishing	Gold plated

Type	metal mouthpiece	Instrument	tenor saxophone
Finish	fine gold layer on surface	Ligature	included
Opening	7*	Mouthpiece cap	included
Measured opening	2.67 mm	Usage	ideal for jazz and contemporary music
Facing length	36 mm	Character	combines density and depth with remarkable clarity