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S80 series
Selmer's long-running alto line, and a common reference point teachers use when specifying a setup.
Product detailSKU #1274115059860
Selmer ParisS80 Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece E
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Alto sax mouthpiece from Selmer Paris' S80 line with an E facing. For players moving past the mouthpiece that came with their horn.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Intermediate players stepping up from a stock student mouthpiece
- Students whose teacher specified an S80 facing
- Alto players wanting a more open tip for freer response
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners still building embouchure — an open tip is harder
- Tenor, soprano or baritone players; this fits alto only
- Casual players who won't notice a change from stock
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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E facing
The letter sets tip opening. E sits toward the open end, so it takes more air and usually a softer reed.
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Alto saxophone fit
Cut for an alto neck cork. It will not seat correctly on tenor or soprano necks.
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Ligature diameter
Ligatures are matched to mouthpiece body size. Yours may not tighten evenly on this one.
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$239 price
Long-term piece rather than a stopgap. Worth buying once you know the horn you're keeping.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Neck cork may need adjusting so it seats at your usual pitch
- 02An open tip generally pairs with a softer reed than you use
- 03Confirm your ligature seats evenly before your next rehearsal
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the S80 E good for a beginner?
It's playable but demanding. The more open facing asks for steadier air support. Most beginners get further on a closer facing until the embouchure is settled.
02What does the E mean?
It's the facing designation — the tip opening. Selmer's letters run from close to open, and E sits toward the open side.
03Will this fit my tenor sax?
No. It's sized for alto. A tenor needs a tenor mouthpiece; the bore and cork diameter are different.
04Do I need a new ligature?
Possibly. Ligatures fit a specific body diameter, so check that yours seats flat and tightens evenly before committing to this for a performance.
