Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Overview
The Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone is widely regarded as one of the defining saxophone designs of the 20th century, valued across jazz, classical, and commercial settings for its flexible tonal concept and responsive feel. Made in France, this lacquered Eb alto represents the model's established professional lineage and remains especially relevant to musicians seeking a vintage Selmer voice with broad stylistic range. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1967.
Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto Saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: Mark VI
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body Material: Brass
- Finish: Original lacquer
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Fitted Selmer hard case
- Accessories: None included
Condition & Setup
This vintage saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The original lacquer shows scattered scratches, handling marks, localized finish loss, and light oxidation, with wear concentrated around the keys, guards, contact points, neck, bow, and bell. The bell engraving remains clearly legible. The fitted Selmer hard case is included and shows substantial exterior edge wear, scuffs, finish loss, and age-related staining to the red interior.
Who the Mark VI Alto Saxophone Is For
The Mark VI alto is best suited to professional players, advanced students, and serious collectors who appreciate a flexible core sound, responsive articulation, and the compact ergonomic character of vintage Selmer keywork. Its broad tonal palette supports jazz, classical, commercial, chamber, and studio work, while its vintage mechanism offers a distinctly different feel from many modern professional altos.
Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI
Why is the Selmer Mark VI so highly regarded?
The Mark VI established an influential combination of tonal flexibility, projection, response, and keywork design. It remains widely regarded as a landmark professional saxophone and has been used extensively across jazz, classical, commercial, and studio traditions.
What tonal profile does a Mark VI alto offer?
Mark VI altos are generally known for a focused core that can be shaped from warm and lyrical to projecting and brilliant, depending on the player, mouthpiece, reed, and setup.
How does Mark VI keywork compare with modern professional altos?
The Mark VI introduced an influential ergonomic layout, but its mechanism retains a vintage feel. Players accustomed to modern instruments may notice differences in key spacing, spring feel, and hand position.
How can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?
Check out our Guide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone
We are proud to be an authorized Selmer Paris dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
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Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Alto Saxophone in Original Lacquer
Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Overview
The Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone is widely regarded as one of the defining saxophone designs of the 20th century, valued across jazz, classical, and commercial settings for its flexible tonal concept and responsive feel. Made in France, this lacquered Eb alto represents the model's established professional lineage and remains especially relevant to musicians seeking a vintage Selmer voice with broad stylistic range. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1967.
Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto Saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: Mark VI
- Playing Level: Professional
- Body Material: Brass
- Finish: Original lacquer
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Fitted Selmer hard case
- Accessories: None included
Condition & Setup
This vintage saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The original lacquer shows scattered scratches, handling marks, localized finish loss, and light oxidation, with wear concentrated around the keys, guards, contact points, neck, bow, and bell. The bell engraving remains clearly legible. The fitted Selmer hard case is included and shows substantial exterior edge wear, scuffs, finish loss, and age-related staining to the red interior.
Who the Mark VI Alto Saxophone Is For
The Mark VI alto is best suited to professional players, advanced students, and serious collectors who appreciate a flexible core sound, responsive articulation, and the compact ergonomic character of vintage Selmer keywork. Its broad tonal palette supports jazz, classical, commercial, chamber, and studio work, while its vintage mechanism offers a distinctly different feel from many modern professional altos.
Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI
Why is the Selmer Mark VI so highly regarded?
The Mark VI established an influential combination of tonal flexibility, projection, response, and keywork design. It remains widely regarded as a landmark professional saxophone and has been used extensively across jazz, classical, commercial, and studio traditions.
What tonal profile does a Mark VI alto offer?
Mark VI altos are generally known for a focused core that can be shaped from warm and lyrical to projecting and brilliant, depending on the player, mouthpiece, reed, and setup.
How does Mark VI keywork compare with modern professional altos?
The Mark VI introduced an influential ergonomic layout, but its mechanism retains a vintage feel. Players accustomed to modern instruments may notice differences in key spacing, spring feel, and hand position.
How can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?
Check out our Guide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone
We are proud to be an authorized Selmer Paris dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Alto Saxophone in Original Lacquer
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.