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Alto Saxophones



Selmer (Paris) Mark VI #158782


$5,700


Classic Mark VI alto, manufactured in Paris in 1968. This vintage, right in the middle of the Mark VI production run, are often considered among the best horns made. This one has been completely overhauled in our shop. Rich, full sound throughout, flawless intonation, and a solid, comfortable feel. This one has a high F# key. The best!


Selmer (Paris) Mark VII #293160


$2,800


The Mark VII got a bad rap when it was released in 1974 because it felt so different than the Mark VI. Time has softened that criticism. Now the VII is seen as an economical alternative to the high-priced VI. They do feel a bit big in the hands, but they play great. This one is very clean, with about 90% of its original lacquer intact. Nice horn!


Buffet Super Dynaction #22199


$2,000


According to The Vintage Saxophone Gallery "This is Buffet's most famous saxophone and is one of the two most serious competitors to the Selmer Mark VI in the category of "Best All-Around Horn", even thought it is much less known and respected." Ours was made in 1974 and is in very nice condition, with about 85% of the original lacquer intact. Check out the cool key design on the low Eb/C keys (no rollers) and the split low Bb key. Great playing collector's item!


Martin Committee III #190401



$1,600



Also known as "The Martin Alto" because of the engraving on the bell, these horns are amazing. Nice dark, complex sound, very light, refined action. They are being used more and more as players discover their charms. This one is in pristine condition, with about 90% of the original lacquer intact. Pads a bit on the old side, but plays great as-is.



Conn 6M "Lady Face" #336139



$1,400



1949 Vintage Alto, underslung octave key, micro-tuner, non-rolled tone holes. Price includes a complete overhaul in our shop.



Tenor Saxophones



Selmer (Paris) Mark VI #108092


$7,500


Selmer (Paris) Mark VI #108902 was manufactured in 1963. Many players consider the early Mark VI's to be the best saxophones ever made. Though not quite a 5-digit horn, this saxophone has all the characteristics of one: a dark rich sound, enormous dynamic range, the original side Bb/C mechanism, and a matching serial number on the neck. Truly a "Player's Horn"!


Selmer Mark VI #160327


$6,000


Selmer (Paris) Mark VI #160327 was manufactured in 1968. The original lacquer is about 75% intact. This was a "player's horn", and it shows in the numerous wear spots and small scratches in the lacquer. Don't be put off by the "road warrior" look. This tenor has a full, rich sound that is even from top to bottom. Comes with a one-year warranty as do all of our horns.


Selmer Mark VI #229503


$5,000


Selmer Mark VI #229503 was manufactured in 1974, the final year of production of the Mark VI tenors. This one is a gem. The original lacquer is about 95% intact. A few minor dings and scratches, barely noticeable. Put in to perfect playing condition in our shop, this horn will need nothing for quite some time. If you are looking for a "like new" Mark VI, this could be the one....


Selmer Balanced Action #23712



SOLD



Selmer (Paris) Balanced Action Tenor #23712 was manufactured in 1937. According to The Vintage Saxophone Guide "The Balance Action represented a significant change in the design and manufacturing of saxophones. Selmer streamlined the feel of the action by placing the bell keys all on the right side of the bell. The responsive action of the lower spatula was achieved by placing the rods down the front of the body instead on the side, a radical and innovative design." These horns mark the beginning of the modern saxophone. Ours has been re-lacquered but it retains its enormous sound!




Selmer (Paris) Super Action 80 Series II #578143


$3,800


Selmer (Paris) Super Action 80 Series II #578143 was manufactured in the mid-1990's. These horns offer good value: a professional Selmer tenor saxophone at a fraction of the cost of the Mark VI or Super Balanced Action. This one is in very good condition, with only a few small cosmetic flaws that we tried to show in the photos. The original lacquer is about 95% intact. Pads, corks, felts and springs are in like-new condition. The sound is enormous, yet easily controlled. A great horn at half the price of a new Series II.


King Super 20 #740338


$1,600


King Super 20 tenor #740338 was manufactured around 1979 or so. These later vintage Super 20's are sometimes referred to as "SeriesVI", since the last "official" Super 20 was made in 1975. The bell is engraved "USA" instead of "Eastlake, Ohio" or "Cleveland, Ohio", the two previous homes of the King Musical Instrument Company. Regardless of where it was made, this is a very nice playing Super 20. Strong, gutsy sound, with a huge bottom end. A great tenor at a great price.


P. Mauriat Custom Class #303907


SOLD


P. Mauriat has been making saxophones for some time. Starting with inexpensive student models, they have now graduated to making pro models that can compete with the best. The Custom Class tenor (model #PMT-500BX) came out several years ago. It has a black nickel plated body with gold lacquered keys and abalone shell pearls. This one is in like-new condition. Unique looking horn with a great sound!


Soprano Saxophones



Yanagisawa S6 #00110205



$1,900



This is Yanagisawa's first line of soprano saxophones. Its build is similar to the Mark VI soprano, but it's sold at a lower value and has a more consistent performance reputation.



Keilwerth SX9011 #116838



SOLD



Very nice professional soprano. Black nickel body with gold lacquered keys. Front F key, high F#. Great condition, great sound!



Conn 18M New Wonder Series II #M166123



SOLD



This soprano was manufactured in 1925 with a satin silver finish. While many earlier sopranos couldn't go up to a high F, this one does! Like all Series II, it has a nail file G# key, rolled tone holes and a thumb ring. A complete restoration is on the way for this instrument along with a new Pro-tec case.



Baritone Saxophones



King Zephyr Baritone #247861



$2,500



Silver plated low Bb baritone made in 1940. Classic Art Deco engraving on the bell. Peal inlay on octave key, triple strap hook rings, custom key guards on the "chair side." Pads, corks, springs, felts, etc. are all in good condition. Great playing baritone with a touch of class.



Yamaha YBS-52 Baritone Saxophone #013069


SOLD


Yamaha considers the YBS-52 to be an intermediate level baritone, but it share many features with the professional level YBS-62, especially the crisp low A mechanism, which securely closes the low B and Bb keys using only the thumb lever. It also has Yamaha's advanced structural build quality and spot-on intonation.

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