Selmer La Voix Opinions? Getting a new Tenor...under $2k

I am getting a new Tenor Saxophone in the next few months and Have less than $2000 to spend. The horns I've come across so far (that I can afford) are the "Cannonball Raven," "Jupiter Artist Series," and the "Selmer La Voix." Out of the 3, the Selmer seems to be the best 'bang for the buck.' After all, it IS a Selmer and I wouldn't expect a horn that falls apart to be made by Selmer. I have been playing on a Beginner model "Armstrong" Tenor Saxophone for 7 years and have recently joined a band that does a variety of 60s-70s rock and blues. I feel I have grown out of the Armstrong and need to finally step up to a higher quality instrument. Would the Selmer be a good choice? I have also heard horror stories about a lot of inconsistent companies making horns that don't necessarily hold up or stay in tune. Should I bring a professional Sax player with me to the store when I go out to shop for one? Thanks for any help- Derek

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