Detail 01
180 facing
Tip opening on the close side. More resistance, tighter control at soft dynamics, less raw volume than an open facing.
Product detailSKU #1274115059523
Selmer ParisS90 Series Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece 180 Facing
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Alto saxophone mouthpiece with a close 180 facing. Suited to players who want a focused, controlled sound in concert band and ensemble settings.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Concert band and orchestral alto players wanting even, controlled tone
- Students moving off a stock mouthpiece toward a serious setup
- Blending in a section rather than cutting over a band
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud jazz, funk or rock players who need edge and volume
- Anyone playing tenor, soprano or baritone
- Players wanting a bright, buzzy tone with easy altissimo screaming
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.
Detail 02
S90 series numbering
The number is the facing. Higher numbers open the tip up and take softer reeds; lower numbers close it down.
Detail 03
Alto saxophone
Bore and shank are cut for an alto neck. It will not seat on a tenor or soprano.
Detail 04
Selmer Paris
Same maker as the horns, so the shank taper matches Selmer alto necks without shimming or cork sanding.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plan on a ligature and cap if you don't have spares that fit
- 02Close facings usually want a harder reed than you're playing now
- 03Neck cork may need trimming or building up for a snug seat
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What does the 180 mean?
It's the facing, which sets tip opening. 180 is toward the close end of the S90 range, so it plays with more resistance and more control than the wider facings.
02What reed strength should I use?
Closer facings pair with stiffer reeds. If you're on a 2.5 with a stock mouthpiece, expect to land around 3 or 3.5 here. Buy a mixed strength box first.
03Will this fit my alto?
It fits standard alto necks. Cork thickness varies by horn and by age, so it may go on tighter or looser than your current mouthpiece until the cork is adjusted.
04Is this a jazz mouthpiece?
No. The close facing pushes toward a focused, contained sound. For jazz volume and edge, look at a wider facing or a metal mouthpiece.
