Selmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Overview
The Selmer Paris Mark VI tenor saxophone is widely regarded among saxophonists as one of the defining professional tenor designs, valued for its centered core, flexible tonal palette, and long-standing presence in jazz, commercial, studio, and serious ensemble playing. This instrument is a Mark VI tenor saxophone in lacquer with Selmer Paris engraving and serial number 102289, offering the established playing identity that has made the model a reference point for generations of advanced and professional players. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1962.
Selmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Professional tenor saxophone
- Key: Bb
- Model: Mark VI
- Finish: Gold lacquer
- Body Material: Brass
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Brand new Protec MAX case
- Accessories: None included
- Serial Number: 102289
Condition & Setup
This vintage Mark VI tenor saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Original lacquer is gorgeous and 95% present with monor wear from play. The neck and pearl key touches are present, and the instrument is housed in a black hard case with blue interior.
Who the Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Is For
The Mark VI tenor is best suited to advanced saxophonists, professional players, serious jazz and commercial musicians, and collectors who want a historically important Selmer Paris tenor with a familiar professional feel. Players often look to the Mark VI for a combination of tonal flexibility, projection, and personal response, making individual evaluation especially important for musicians who want a tenor that can support a distinctive sound concept rather than a single fixed tonal profile.
Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI
What makes the Mark VI tenor saxophone so respected?
The Mark VI earned its reputation through decades of professional use and a playing character many saxophonists associate with a focused core, flexible color, and responsive feel. It remains one of the most discussed and compared professional tenor saxophone models.
How does a Mark VI tenor fit into a modern professional setup?
A Mark VI tenor can serve as a primary professional instrument for jazz, commercial work, studio playing, and serious ensemble use. Its appeal is strongest for players who want a classic Selmer Paris response and a tone that can be shaped across different musical settings.
Why do players compare individual Mark VI tenors carefully?
Individual Mark VI saxophones can vary in response, resistance, tonal center, and ergonomic feel. Experienced players typically evaluate neck response, intonation tendencies, regulation, and how the instrument supports their personal sound concept.
We are proud to be an authorized Selmer Paris dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Tenor Saxophone in Original Lacquer
Selmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Overview
The Selmer Paris Mark VI tenor saxophone is widely regarded among saxophonists as one of the defining professional tenor designs, valued for its centered core, flexible tonal palette, and long-standing presence in jazz, commercial, studio, and serious ensemble playing. This instrument is a Mark VI tenor saxophone in lacquer with Selmer Paris engraving and serial number 102289, offering the established playing identity that has made the model a reference point for generations of advanced and professional players. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1962.
Selmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Professional tenor saxophone
- Key: Bb
- Model: Mark VI
- Finish: Gold lacquer
- Body Material: Brass
- Country of Manufacture: France
- Case: Brand new Protec MAX case
- Accessories: None included
- Serial Number: 102289
Condition & Setup
This vintage Mark VI tenor saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Original lacquer is gorgeous and 95% present with monor wear from play. The neck and pearl key touches are present, and the instrument is housed in a black hard case with blue interior.
Who the Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Is For
The Mark VI tenor is best suited to advanced saxophonists, professional players, serious jazz and commercial musicians, and collectors who want a historically important Selmer Paris tenor with a familiar professional feel. Players often look to the Mark VI for a combination of tonal flexibility, projection, and personal response, making individual evaluation especially important for musicians who want a tenor that can support a distinctive sound concept rather than a single fixed tonal profile.
Common Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI
What makes the Mark VI tenor saxophone so respected?
The Mark VI earned its reputation through decades of professional use and a playing character many saxophonists associate with a focused core, flexible color, and responsive feel. It remains one of the most discussed and compared professional tenor saxophone models.
How does a Mark VI tenor fit into a modern professional setup?
A Mark VI tenor can serve as a primary professional instrument for jazz, commercial work, studio playing, and serious ensemble use. Its appeal is strongest for players who want a classic Selmer Paris response and a tone that can be shaped across different musical settings.
Why do players compare individual Mark VI tenors carefully?
Individual Mark VI saxophones can vary in response, resistance, tonal center, and ergonomic feel. Experienced players typically evaluate neck response, intonation tendencies, regulation, and how the instrument supports their personal sound concept.
We are proud to be an authorized Selmer Paris dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Tenor Saxophone in Original Lacquer
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Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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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.