Selmer (Paris) Super Session - Alto
	This is one of the latest additions to the Selmer mouthpiece range, which is also included with new Reference Alto. For a few years now I have thought that the range of ebonite mouthpieces, offered by Selmer only catered to the needs of classical players. However, the Super Session opens up a whole range of possibilities for the pro player. I personally found the F (equiv. 7 Otto Link) tip opening very responsive, and gave a nice full sound. Tonally, this mouthpiece is fascinating, there is so much going on. Being a lead Alto player, I’m always looking for a mouthpiece with a bit of punch, and a tone that will be versatile. The tone was clear, powerful, and crisp and has a hint of brightness that one might relate to the sound of Paul Desmond. However, this mouthpiece has all the balls of Johnny Hodges, which creates an interesting combination! Inside the mouthpiece, the chamber is circular and small and the baffle is raised, usual for a Selmer mouthpiece. Interestingly there is a small step inside, making a smoother connection between mouthpiece and crook. Again I found the combination of LaVoz reeds worked well. Balancing modern and vintage sound to create an awesome sound. The François Louis Ligature was an exceptional addition, and complements the tone well, opening up the sound, giving an exciting bit of buzz Designed for the Reference saxophones but a great companion for any sax! The new Super Session mouthpiece has been specially designed for Jazz playing, though being also suitable for a more academic playing. The outside shape makes it look a little different from the traditional Selmer (Paris) design; the inner conception of the chamber gives this new mouthpiece very attractive playing features required by modern players.A wide dynamic range enabling a great adaptation capacity to various contexts, an unequalled flexibility to switch easily from triple piano to fortissimo with maximum control and a generous and centred tone.