Brass Rescue

The Selmer Modele 22  (also known as Modèle 22 or Series 22 in its earliest form) was Selmer's first saxophone model, introduced in 1922 and produced through around 1926. It was an early, foundational design with innovations like an automatic octave key, but it had limitations in tuning, ergonomics, and power compared to later Selmer models (like the Balanced Action or Mark VI). The tenor version was available in both Bb and C (C-Melody) variants, with the C-Melody being particularly popular...

The Selmer Super Balanced Action  (SBA) alto saxophone, a legendary vintage horn from the late 1930s to early 1950s, pairs beautifully with mouthpieces that complement its dark, rich, complex tone and excellent projection without overpowering its inherent warmth. Vintage Recommendations Vintage options from the era often shine on the SBA due to similar design philosophies and materials. The classic short-shank Selmer Soloist  (often in C* or slightly opened to D/E equivalents) stands out...

The Selmer Super Balanced Action (SBA)  tenor saxophone, produced roughly from the late 1940s to early 1950s, is celebrated for its warm, rich, vintage tone with excellent projection and complexity—qualities that p air well with mouthpieces emphasizing roundness, darkness, and focus rather than extreme brightness or edge. Vintage Recommendations These older pieces often complement the SBA's inherent dark, singing character, evoking classic jazz eras (e.g., swing and bebop influences). Otto...