1949 SELMER N-SERIES “BALANCED TONE” Bb WOOD CLARINET

Description: For sale: a beautiful Selmer N-series Balanced Tone Bb wood clarinet. Both joints are stamped with the same serial number N58XX, which indicates the year of manufacture to be 1949. This model was a precursor to the Selmer Centered Tone. This vintage instrument was a favorite among jazz players of the time and is still sought after today. Overall, these clarinets are free blowing and therefore extremely easy to play, have excellent intonation and direct, dark sound without losing the sweetness.The cosmetic condition of this instrument is very excellent for a vintage instrument. There is very little plating loss, if any, and the wood color is dark and lovely. The previous owner had this in good playing condition: it was well-oiled, the springs are tight and it appears to be well-adjusted. The only real problem is the “intonation screw” inserted into the barrel. I would recommend replacing it, but it probably plays fine. Consult your favorite technician, but if the keys were buffed and the pads and corks replaced, this would be a beautiful looking and sounding clarinet…and Selmer’s are so fun to play! RETURNS POLICY AND TERMS OF PURCHASE: Shipping will be a flat fee of $40 for standard shipping, handling, and insurance via USPS or UPS. The insured package will be shipped to buyer’s address with signature confirmation. NO P.O. BOXES. Please email me with any questions you may have before your purchase. Please take note that the full payment is required within 24 hours of your purchase, otherwise the transaction will be cancelled and the item re-listed. I usually ship within one business day of receiving a cleared payment. I accept returns within 7 days (Buyer pays for the return shipping), so buy with confidence. Again, this is an “AS IS” item, and is not playable without a complete overhaul.

Price: 450 USD

Location: Malden, Massachusetts

End Time: 2024-08-05T21:50:04.000Z

Shipping Cost: 40 USD