{"product_id":"selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-baritone-saxophone-sn-137216","title":"Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Baritone Saxophone in Original Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone is a professional Eb baritone saxophone from Selmer’s historic Mark VI series, known for its flexible response, centered core, and the resonant low-register presence associated with classic jazz and studio baritone playing. This used example retains its original lacquer with visible playing wear and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested after being completely gone over by Brad Wherry. For players seeking a vintage Selmer Paris baritone with established professional credentials, this Mark VI offers the tonal depth, mechanical feel, and collectible identity that make the model a benchmark among professional saxophones. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1966.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: Baritone saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Selmer Paris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Mark VI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Original lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Selmer Paris baritone saxophone neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 137216\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone in original lacquer. Approximately 65% of the lacquer remains, with finish wear consistent with age and professional use. The instrument has just received a full repad and sports all new pads and corks. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function and playing response. It plays with the strong, low-register character expected from a vintage Mark VI baritone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone is a vintage professional Eb baritone saxophone designed for advanced and professional players who want a classic Selmer sound and traditional Mark VI keywork feel. It is especially relevant for jazz, commercial, studio, and saxophone-section work where a focused core, flexible articulation, and strong low-register response are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the professional baritone saxophone category, the Mark VI is distinguished by its historical importance, hand-finished French construction, and long association with influential jazz and recording artists. This instrument is best suited to a player who values vintage response and character over a cosmetically uniform modern finish.\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\u003eIs the Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone is a professional-level instrument and remains a standard reference point for many advanced saxophonists, jazz players, and studio musicians. This example has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does original lacquer mean on a vintage Mark VI baritone saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal lacquer means the instrument retains its factory-applied lacquer rather than a later relacquer. On vintage Selmer Paris saxophones, original lacquer is often important to players and collectors because it preserves the instrument’s historical finish state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a Mark VI baritone differ from many modern baritone saxophones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Mark VI baritone typically offers a vintage Selmer response with a compact core, flexible tone color, and a tactile keywork feel that differs from many modern baritones. Players often choose it for character, projection, and its established role in jazz and professional saxophone performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/SelmerParislogo\/SelmerParislogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Selmer USA Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\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":"Trade-In Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53438962499949,"sku":"SPBS-137216","price":5399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7105176.jpg?v=1781287268","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-baritone-saxophone-sn-137216","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}