Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Overview

The Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone is a professional vintage baritone saxophone known for its responsive feel, flexible tonal palette, and long-standing use by serious jazz, studio, and classical saxophonists. This example is a vintage Mark VI baritone with original lacquer showing substantial play wear, approximately 50% lacquer remaining, and evidence of long-term professional use. It has been fully gone over in our shop and play-tested for a strong, low-register response with the focused, resonant character associated with vintage Selmer Paris saxophones. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1969.

Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Specifications

• Brand: Selmer Paris
• Model: Mark VI
• Instrument Type: Baritone Saxophone
• Key: Eb
• Finish: Original lacquer, approximately 50% remaining
• Body Material: Brass
• Country of Manufacture: France
• Case: Included
• Accessories: None
• Serial number: 163682

Condition & Setup

This is a used vintage Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone saxophone. The original lacquer is approximately 50% present, with visible wear throughout, including a couple of patches in the upper body region. The instrument shows clear signs of substantial use over its playing life, but it remains a strong surviving example of a professional Mark VI baritone.

This saxophone has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop. It has been completely gone over for playing condition and responds with a broad, low, crunching baritone sound. As an authorized Selmer Paris dealer, we are available to answer detailed condition, setup, and playability questions before purchase.

Who the Mark VI Baritone Saxophone Is For

The Selmer Paris Mark VI Baritone Saxophone is a professional Eb baritone saxophone designed for advanced and professional players who want the sound, response, and mechanical feel of a vintage French Selmer. It is especially appropriate for jazz baritone saxophonists, studio players, collectors, and classical musicians who value the Mark VI’s balance of projection, core, and tonal flexibility.

This instrument is best suited to a player who understands vintage saxophones and wants a baritone with established professional character rather than a pristine cosmetic presentation. Its original lacquer wear and visible use are part of its history, while its recent professional setup makes it a practical choice for players seeking the Mark VI baritone sound in a serious performance instrument.

Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI

Is this Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone saxophone suitable for professional use?

Yes. This is a professional Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone saxophone that has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It is suitable for advanced and professional players who are comfortable with a vintage instrument showing cosmetic wear.

What is the condition of the lacquer on this Mark VI baritone?

The lacquer is original and approximately 50% present. The saxophone shows substantial lacquer wear from long-term use, along with a couple of patches in the upper body region.

What kind of sound is this Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone known for?

The Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone is known for a focused, flexible sound with strong low-register presence. This example has been play-tested and produces a broad, low, resonant response suited to professional baritone saxophone playing.

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