{"product_id":"selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-alto-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-m159486","title":"Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Alto Saxophone in Original Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone is widely regarded among saxophonists as one of the defining professional saxophone designs of the 20th century, valued for its focused core, flexible tonal palette, and long-standing place in jazz, classical, studio, and commercial playing. This particular instrument is a Mark VI alto saxophone in original lacquer with about 75 percent of the lacquer present, offering the kind of vintage Selmer character that attracts advanced players, collectors, and working saxophonists. The serial number on this instrument places the year of manufacture circa 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto Saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Mark VI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Original Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Black fitted saxophone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: M159486\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage pre-owned alto saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been given a chem clean and full repad, professionally set up and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument shows substantial cosmetic wear consistent with age and use, including widespread lacquer wear, patina, oxidation spotting, surface scratches, and finish darkening across the body, bell, bow, neck, and keywork. The neck cork is present and intact, and the instrument includes a fitted saxophone case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Mark VI Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VI alto is best suited to advanced students, professionals, doublers, collectors, and serious ensemble players who want a vintage professional Selmer with a strong musical identity rather than a modern uniform response concept. Players often seek Mark VI altos for their combination of centered tone, expressive flexibility, projection, and tonal color, making the model at home in jazz, classical, commercial, pit, and studio settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the Selmer Mark VI alto saxophone so highly regarded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VI earned its reputation through decades of professional use and remains one of the most widely discussed vintage saxophone models among serious players. Its appeal is tied to its tonal flexibility, distinctive response, and historic association with many important saxophonists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a vintage Mark VI alto differ from many modern professional altos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage Mark VI often attracts players who value individuality, tonal color, and a more personal response profile. Modern professional altos can offer greater consistency from instrument to instrument, while a well-set-up Mark VI is often chosen for its character and expressive range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with this Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes the alto saxophone, neck, and fitted case. Players should plan to use their preferred alto saxophone mouthpiece, ligature, cap, and strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/SelmerParislogo\/SelmerParislogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/SelmerParislogo\/SelmerParislogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Selmer Paris Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Selmer Paris dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53655551115629,"sku":"SPAS-M159486","price":5099.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7129802.jpg?v=1785954961","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-alto-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-m159486","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}