The SML Gold Medal 1 Tenor Saxophone, produced in Paris in 1954, is a highly regarded vintage instrument known for its exceptional craftsmanship and rich tonal quality. SML (Strasser-Marigaux-Lemaire) was a French manufacturer that gained international acclaim for its saxophones, particularly the Gold Medal series
Key Features
Tone: Characterized by a dark, round, and powerful sound with a "French core," offering a blend of Selmer and Conn tonal qualities