Selmer Baritone Saxophone Mark Vi
I'll be the first to admit, I really don't know a lot about Mark VI's period! Be careful, there is a lot of fraud out there via eBay. I'm sorry, but I can not tell you where to find a low-A Mark VI for sale right now in the lower price range. There is a series II bari not a series III. If your budget is around $650 this can be your one and only main instrument no matter what level player you are. An employee's description of the assembly and quality control process at Selmer USA during the 1960s, cited secondarily on, indicates that different quality Mark VIes were sold through different channels; the top tier was offered to musicians under contract to Selmer ("Selmer Artists"), the second tier went to pro dealers in major markets, and the third tier went to the general market. It's probably worth more than that, even with the Asian horns destroying the US prices. It is mentioned in one post by Miles Osland in their forum, and I have also had this information confirmed by the local Selmer rep. As a total guess on the price (just a guess) I would expect the major retailers (i. e. WW&BW) to release it in the $6, 000-6500US range. Check out the video around 6:06 to hear a few different Selmer Mark VI play tests.
Selmer Mark Vi Baritone Saxophone
III will be released this winter/spring), or if you are on a budget the Yanagisawa B-901. Thus, they are less common. Maybe it's the pink lacquered Selmer Mark VI that used to be Dexter Gordon's back in 1969? There can be as much as an 18-month (+/-) variation in actual production dates. 1973- 208701-220800. Reported early Mark VII examples have Mark VII keywork on Mark VI type body tubes. Thats a bit low - I would go for it, but make sure you get a trial policy. Is not in good condition, they just "try" their best to fix it, you can not get a replacement! The limited production sopranino model was continued until about 1985. 1970- 173801-184900. Best of luck with your baritone hunt. I really like the old Beuscher Baritones, as well as the King Zephyr Bari and Conn 12M (13M's with low A, if you can find one).
Selmer would not be my first choice in a Bari. Bell of a Selmer Mark VI alto saxophone in the 80, 000 serial number range. And i would rather play on a poor serial number Mark VI (160-190k) Than any crappy Japanese horn. The BetterSax Alto Saxophone.
It is possible to find confirmed examples of these instruments in the serial range of # 55201-365000. In this video I try out a bunch of Selmer Mark VI tenor saxophones in Copenhagen, Denmark where I used to live and work repairing horns. Have you played on a Selmer Mark VI? Thanks for your advise!
Not to mention, the mark VI's made in the 70's are the MOST modern sounding of them all. Tonally, early examples are considered to have a "dark" tone, while later examples are thought of as having a "bright" sound. We are now happy to also recommend the BetterSax Alto Saxophone. During the mid-1960s optional keywork was offered, including the rare 'Concert' model with a high F#, right hand G#, D to E flat trill key and C to D trill key using the E flat palm key. Nor would it be my last. Selmer's General Manager Jerome Selmer has confirmed that all Mark VIes were manufactured from industry-standard "cartridge brass" stock and that Selmer never recycled shell casings.
Selmer Mark Vi Bass Saxophone
Everything is a personal choice, however, for my money I've never played a better bari than my 1970, SSN 173xxx, low A Bari. I have an early Mk VI tenor, which I keep in my closet and play a Conn 10M. Switching over from its predecessor, officially named the Super Action, but also called the Super Balanced Action, Selmer's earliest Mark VI models were transitional, incorporating design elements from both the preceding and the current saxophone. At only $649, you really can't get a better instrument at this price point. Whatever mark VI at early or later, as a player, I really want to buy a good sax.! You search the Bb baritone for 3 yrs.! Old also adds to the rare component since it's getting harder and harder to find good condition early vintage saxophones.
I just received the offer from a ebayer, Mark VI bari w/ low A, 5 digital serial no., original lacquer 90%, original neck, including original case! This has been verified by original owners with receipts of their instruments showing purchase dates earlier than they would have been produced according to this chart. Also, there were fewer low-A mark VI saxophones being produced in the early run. What's the best saxophone in the world? The saxophone is a beast, without a doubt the best playing baritone I've ever played.
My vision for this saxophone is to change the way we think of an entry level instrument. And keilworth is not how you spell it smarty pants. III will be released this winter/spring! Some French-assembled Mark VI's lack any engraving other than the brand stamp.
The Mark VII is considered (generally speaking of course) to be the dud of the Selmer line. 1965- 121601-131800. The news of the Ser. Play both, if you like the early ones, go for it, if you like the late ones, you would be throwing your money away - get a yanagisawa if you like the late mark vI's. Latter-year Mark VIs gained a reputation of being lower quality than early versions (possibly due to Selmer's higher annual production output of the popular saxophone), leading to a greater demand of early-year Mark VIs with a five-digit serial number. Just make sure you try many of each model horn you want. 1967- 141501-152400. The Selmer Bari you played is probably a series II Goldref. Player in Hong Kong, you can not find YBS-62, Series II & B901 in stock! I've read the comments on here so far and if a horn is played out I'd agree with the prices.
Selmer Baritone Saxophone Mark Vi E
By johnsonfromwisconsin. III bari is not on their webstie. I can't compare this 3 bari. The pads are older, but are sealing well, with life left in them.
Is it worth to buy the early one? Sizes out of stock will be backordered unless indicated below. The one form the fifties was by FAR a superior - the tone was mcuh bigger, the tone was darker. We need more information - pictures and such. 190, 000-220, 000) $4200-5500.
This is a Selmer Paris Mark VI baritone saxophone, keyed to low A, manufactured in 1976, with original lacquer. It only spent 1 hour in the shop before it was sold…. 1972- 196001-208700. Based on general market trends for a low-A Mark Vi Baritone: (56, 000-99, 000) $5600-7000++. All Mark VI saxophones were manufactured in France. Besides, I just check his ebay's record, he run the business over 4 years and with over 600 positive feedback, no negative feedback..... What is escrow fee? Although I stated they tend to sell for that lower price with a late serial number they often sell immediately since they are in extremely high demand. I play on a 194, xxx low Bb Mark VI with no lacquer remaining. Eric Marienthal playing his Selmer Mk VI tenor saxophone. Where can find this information? 2405 Meridian Street. There is no such thing as a series III bari - there is no such thing as a 90R bari. I like Selmer Alto's but that's about it. All other things equal, the MarkVI from 1954 to the early 60s are the most coveted, therefore they have a higher antique value.
This truly is a fantastic horn and I'm excited to finally get it into your hands! The best assurance of the quality level of any given Mark VI may correspondingly be its known sale history. 220, 000-320, 000) $3200-4000. The sound is gritty and powerful, with a ton of projection.