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by Gooshbanshee
(24 posts)
18 years ago

Selmer Ref.54 model 74 Vs keliworth shadow

well, im finally looking in to getting my own saxophone because the yamaha yts-54 isnt cutting it. For a while now ive been thinking about the ref.54, a beautiful,complex saxophone, but when i looked at some of the reviews i thought i should look around a little more , and thats when the shadow caught my eye. this saxophone had better ratings and was a top seller on a couple sites..i thought maybe ill just go with the shadow, but then i noticed on a different site the ref got better reviews and was also a top seller...so cunfusing.....soo now i thought i should go here and see what other people think Thanks, Troy

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  2. by connsaxman_jim
    (2336 posts)
    18 years ago

    Re: Selmer Ref.54 model 74 Vs keliworth shadow

    They are two completely different horns; apples vs. oranges! Both are good horns. The only thing they have in common is that they are both very expensive. Personally, I like the sound of the Keilwerth shadow over the Ref. 54. Play both, and buy the one that you like best!

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    1. by karebear1012
      (395 posts)
      18 years ago

      Re: Selmer Ref.54 model 74 Vs keliworth shadow

      my director always told me to play many saxophones before making a decision on which one to get. i ended up with the selmer ref, because i found one for a good price which i loved the sound of. also, don't forget about the other, less expensive saxophones out there! good luck!

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      1. by jamterry
        (573 posts)
        18 years ago

        Re: Selmer Ref.54 model 74 Vs keliworth shadow

        Hi karebear glad to hear you got such a nice horn !!!!!

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    2. by wvujazzman
      (48 posts)
      18 years ago

      Re: Selmer Ref.54 model 74 Vs keliworth shadow

      Troy, You really need to try both horns. They have a completely different feel from each other. I've played both, and personally... I didn't care for the Shadow. If I was getting a new horn and those two were my choices, I'd go with the Ref. BUT... it would be a mistake for you to make that decision based solely on what anyone says here. You need to play the horns for yourself. Either horn is a fine instrument, and should give you years of service. Eric

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