Selmer Paris 62 / Series III Alto Saxophone

I have been playing on the Selmer Series III alto sax for three years and I can say with confidence that it's a very versatile horn. I used it in Wind Ensemble and attained a classical intonation. Similarly, the horn proved very useful for solo work in Jazz Ensembles in High School and College. It does come with strengths and weaknesses. The strengths include excellent sound quality, great response in all registers (even altissimo), and versatility. In Jazz, I have thoroughly enjoyed using this horn for gigs and solo work. However, I have found some middle register notes to sound somewhat stuffy. How a musician wants to sound is up to the individual. If he or she has a clear vision of what they want to sound like, then they can choose the equipment to help them reach their goal. This horn can definitely assist musicians in attaining the type of sound that they desire. Believe me; the audience will be able to hear the difference between a pro horn like the Series III and a student or intermediate alto. As the title of the review has indicated, buying the Series III Alto Sax was an excellent investment.