Selmer Supreme - Tenor Bb Black

Supreme: The Modern Pinnacle of the Selmer Tenor Saxophone

Manufactured in France at the Mantes-la-Ville workshops, Henri SELMER Paris instruments carry a reputation built on over a century of musical and artisanal excellence. The Supreme Tenor stands as a new benchmark for the brand: a model designed to combine the soul of the great historic Selmers with the precision expected of a contemporary tenor.
The design of the Supreme was driven by a clear goal: to push the brand's standards in terms of acoustics, mechanics, ergonomics, and aesthetics. Its name pays tribute to a major chapter in jazz history, and the spirit of the project is reflected in its sound intention: an instrument capable of assertive power while remaining subtle and nuanced when desired.

For Which Musician and Styles?

The Selmer Supreme tenor is primarily aimed at advanced and professional saxophonists seeking an extremely responsive, stable, and inspiring instrument across the entire range. Its balance also makes it relevant for demanding musicians upgrading their gear, provided they already have a well-established embouchure and sound production.
Thanks to its wide dynamic palette, it excels in jazz (from dense, projected tones to lighter colors), contemporary music, and pop (immediate presence, fast articulation), but also serves classical playing when accuracy, homogeneity, and timbral finesse are prioritized. It is a tenor that follows the musician's intent, from the softest breath to the most percussive attack.

Sound and Design

The Supreme stands out by offering a feeling of lightness and freedom that is often difficult to achieve on a tenor saxophone. This impression results from a comprehensive work on balance and ergonomics, as well as structural acoustic choices: new bore (the internal profile guiding the air column), redesigned neck, and optimized body architecture. The result: a clearer response, generous projection, and remarkable flexibility for shaping the sound.
The neck notably benefits from an evolved bore with increased entry and exit diameters, aiming for greater breadth and range. The extended bell enhances richer and more accurate lows, while the chimney diameters (tone hole openings) and body definition have been revised to improve register homogeneity. The reduction of some key diameters also helps to "free" the chimneys and refine the timbre.
On the aesthetic side, the Supreme features a specific engraving and a finish designed as an exceptional instrument. The leather pads with metal resonators without rivets contribute to response precision and stability, while aligning with durability and performance goals.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of the Supreme from the very first hours, you can complement the pack with 100% relevant consumables and accessories: tenor saxophone reeds (adapted to your style and mouthpiece), mouthpiece protector (tooth cushion) for comfort and protection, as well as a replacement maintenance kit (cork grease and cloths) if you play intensively.

Technical specifications

Level	Professional	Color	Black
Tone	Bb	Finishing	Varnished
Body material	Varnished brass

Pitch	440 Hz - 442 Hz	Supreme case	case with an exclusive design, compact format, large storage compartment, two detachable inner pouches, comfort straps, midnight blue ABS shell
Engraving	custom Supreme engraving	Concept mouthpiece	supplied with mouthpiece cap and ligature
Thumb rests	metal (right hand, left hand)	Neck strap	foam and leather neck strap, gold-tone metal slider
Left-hand little-finger keyboard	with articulated rocker	Silk/microfiber textile	two-material cloth shaped to fit the case (microfiber side + silk side) for instrument protection
Adjustment arm	F♯ - F right hand	Plug	metal
Pads	leather with rivetless metal resonators	Body swab	microfiber with absorbent foam, Supreme engraving pattern
Receiver	3-point concentric tightening	Neck swab	microfiber, Supreme engraving pattern
Tightening ring	movable, nickel silver	Grease tube	marked with the Supreme engraving pattern
Mouthpiece included	Concept mouthpiece (with mouthpiece cap and ligature)	Instrument set up by a luthier	ready to play