{"product_id":"selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-m-192507","title":"Selmer Paris Mark VI Professional Tenor Saxophone in Original Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris Mark VI is widely regarded as one of the defining professional saxophone designs of the twentieth century. Its centered tonal core, flexible response, and broad range of tonal color have made the Mark VI tenor an enduring choice among jazz, commercial, and classical players seeking a responsive instrument with a distinct musical identity. The serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1971.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Mark VI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo High F#\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Original lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: M.192507\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It received a complete repad, with all pads replaced and regulated, followed by professional lubrication and testing. Cosmetic wear includes scattered scratches and handling marks, heavier scratching around the lower body and bow, localized lacquer loss and oxidation near a lower-body seam, and smaller areas of wear on the neck, guards, and hardware. The neck cork shows normal use wear. The fitted hard case has light exterior scuffs. A mouthpiece and ligature are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Mark VI Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VI tenor is suited to professional players, advanced saxophonists, collectors, and serious performers who value a centered core with substantial flexibility in response and tonal color. Its established voice has served jazz, commercial, chamber, and classical settings, while its vintage keywork and direct playing feel offer a different experience from contemporary professional Selmer designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tonal character is associated with the Mark VI tenor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMark VI tenors are widely associated with a centered, resonant core, flexible response, and a tonal palette that can range from warm and nuanced to projecting and articulate. Mouthpiece choice and setup have a significant influence on the final result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Mark VI compare with a modern professional Selmer tenor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VI offers vintage keywork proportions and a direct, flexible playing concept. Modern Selmer tenors generally provide more contemporary ergonomics and a different balance of resistance, focus, and tonal consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the Mark VI fit within Selmer saxophone history?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VI followed the Super Balanced Action and preceded the Mark VII. It remains one of Selmer Paris's most widely recognized professional saxophone designs and an important reference point for later instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-professional-saxophone-comparison-guide\"\u003eGuide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67630735786349,"sku":"SPTS-M192507","price":7999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Selmer-Paris-Mark-VI-Professional-Tenor-Saxophone-in-Original-Lacquer_ddef4141.jpg?v=1791455286","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-mark-vi-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-m-192507","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}