{"product_id":"selmer-paris-mark-vii-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-293859","title":"Selmer Paris Mark VII Professional Tenor Saxophone in Original Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VII Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Selmer Paris Mark VII tenor saxophone is a professional French-made Selmer model from the company's historic lineage, valued by many players for a substantial, centered tenor voice and the Selmer Paris identity that has made these instruments fixtures in serious saxophone playing. This instrument is clearly identified by its Henri Selmer Paris engraving, Mark VII model marking, and serial number 293859, giving players a well-established professional tenor for classical, jazz, commercial, and ensemble use. Serial number places the year of manufacture circa 1979.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Paris Mark VII 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 VII\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Original lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Raw Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Brand new Protec micro ZIP case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 293859\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been freshly repadded, professionally set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The body, bell, bow, neck, and key guards show extensive cosmetic wear, including widespread scratches, scuffs, lacquer wear, mottled spotting, oxidation, and patina. The neck and neck cork are present, and the saxophone is supplied in a brand new black contoured hard case with blue interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Mark VII Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VII tenor saxophone is best suited to advancing and professional saxophonists who want a Selmer Paris Mark-series tenor with a strong tonal core, broad projection, and a professional design pedigree. It is a serious choice for players working in jazz, concert band, commercial settings, teaching, and doubling contexts who appreciate the Selmer Paris tradition but want the distinct playing personality of the Mark VII rather than a modern production saxophone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Selmer Paris Mark VII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Mark VII fit within Selmer Paris tenor saxophone history?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mark VII followed the Mark VI in Selmer Paris production and represents the next professional Mark-series design era. Many players associate the Mark VII tenor with a broader, powerful sound concept while retaining the professional Selmer Paris identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of player is drawn to a Mark VII tenor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Mark VII tenor often appeals to players who want a professional Selmer Paris saxophone with a substantial sound and a distinct response from earlier Mark VI instruments and later Super Action models. It is commonly considered by jazz players, commercial saxophonists, teachers, and serious ensemble performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a professional Selmer Paris saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Mark VII is a professional Selmer Paris tenor saxophone model, and this instrument is marked Mark VII with Henri Selmer Paris engraving and Made in France identification.\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":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53619299189101,"sku":"SPTS-293859","price":2699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7127935.jpg?v=1785356952","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/selmer-paris-mark-vii-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-original-lacquer-sn-293859","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}