Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Overview

The Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone is widely regarded as one of the landmark professional saxophone designs of the 20th century, valued by classical, jazz, and commercial players for its centered response, flexible tonal palette, and long-standing performance reputation. This 1962 Mark VI alto, serial number M100643, is a French-made Selmer Paris instrument that will be of particular interest to players seeking the established voice and feel of a vintage professional Selmer.

Selmer Paris Mark VI Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Instrument Type: Alto Saxophone
• Key: Eb
• Model: Mark VI
• Finish: Original Silver Plate
• Bell Interior: Original Gold Wash
• Country of Manufacture: France
• Case: Green Protec hard case
• Estimated Year: 1962
• Serial Number: M100643

Condition & Setup

This pre-owned vintage saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally repadded, serviced, set up, and play-tested. The silver-plated surfaces show scattered fine scratches, polishing marks, and small scuffs, with light tarnish or residue in crevices around engraving, bands, posts, guards, and some keywork areas. The original silver plate and gold wash bell presentation remain visually distinctive. A brand new green Protec hard case is included.

Who the Mark VI Alto Saxophone Is For

The Mark VI alto is best suited to professional players, advanced students, serious collectors, and dedicated doublers who want a vintage Selmer Paris alto with a historically established tonal identity. Players often consider Mark VI altos for their combination of core, projection, flexibility, and expressive nuance across jazz, classical, studio, and commercial settings.

Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI

Why is the Selmer Mark VI alto so widely respected?

The Mark VI earned its reputation through decades of professional use and a tonal concept many players associate with focus, color, projection, and flexibility. It remains one of the most discussed and sought-after vintage saxophone designs.

How does a Mark VI alto fit a modern professional player?

A Mark VI alto can serve a modern professional player who values a vintage Selmer response and a voice that can adapt across ensemble, solo, jazz, studio, and commercial contexts. The right fit depends on the player’s tonal concept and ergonomic preference.

Why does serial number matter on a Mark VI saxophone?

Serial number is important because Mark VI saxophones were produced across a long period, and players often evaluate individual instruments by era, condition, setup, finish, and playing response rather than model name alone.

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