The length of the bow was increased on altos during the 90K serial number range to address certain intonation issues. This truly is a fantastic horn and I'm excited to finally get it into your hands! Nor would it be my last. 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). Let me know in the comments below. However, I can't find this news on Selmer's web site? The saxophone is a beast, without a doubt the best playing baritone I've ever played. After manufacture, instruments designated for the British/Canadian or American markets were shipped unassembled and unengraved to their respective markets for completion. Check out the video around 6:06 to hear a few different Selmer Mark VI play tests. There are reports of a limited number of baritone saxophones labeled as Mark VIIs but these horns are of the same design as the Mark VI.
I bought it new in Paris and it looks almost as good as it did then, and plays every bit as good. If the later VI is around $5000, is it fairy??? The Mark VII is considered (generally speaking of course) to be the dud of the Selmer line. 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. I'll be the first to admit, I really don't know a lot about Mark VI's period! Maybe it's the pink lacquered Selmer Mark VI that used to be Dexter Gordon's back in 1969? Personally i think the Serie III Baris are really good as well as the 90R Keilworths and possibly, if you have the right set up, a cannonball Big Bell Global Series Bari. Player in Hong Kong, you can not find YBS-62, Series II & B901 in stock! Have you played on a Selmer Mark VI? Sgt17594, the early Mark VI (56, xxx-120, xxx) are presumed to be the best playing. I play on a 194, xxx low Bb Mark VI with no lacquer remaining. You in general seem to jump to a lot of conclusions. Some contend that the neck design changes account for the different tonal and playing qualities between earlier and later Mark VI's. I can't compare this 3 bari.
Based on general market trends for a low-A Mark Vi Baritone: (56, 000-99, 000) $5600-7000++. There is lacquer wear througout, and the body is in good shape. Re: Selmer Mark VI baritone Sax. He's had a lot of experience with Selmer Mark VI saxophones and shares his thoughts in the video. Bellingham, WA 98225. Just make sure you try many of each model horn you want. American-assembled Mark VI's have floral or scroll engraving, not extending to the bow.
Some altos had baffles soldered into the bow to correct intonation issues. Does it worth or not? Nickel or silver-plated keys with a lacquer-finish body were offered among the French-assembled horns. Tonally, early examples are considered to have a "dark" tone, while later examples are thought of as having a "bright" sound. The quality and ergonomics of the keywork design of the Mark VI can be observed in current saxophone designs: most modern saxophones have keywork that is based upon the basic Mark VI design.
Another is that Selmer produced both the Mark VI design and early Mark VII horns concurrently, or possibly until the existing parts for the Mark VI were used up. Thanks for your advise! And i would rather play on a poor serial number Mark VI (160-190k) Than any crappy Japanese horn. 1968- 152401-162500. 1965- 121601-131800. 1973- 208701-220800. The best place to watch it eBay and hope to get lucky.
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. Took me 3 years to find a deal on a Mark VI baritone that I was happy with and played great. Then look no further! There is no such thing as a series III bari - there is no such thing as a 90R bari.
Thus, they are less common. 1969- 162501-173800. Sizes out of stock will be backordered unless indicated below. I just strongly requested the ebayer provide another set of photos showing the serial no., selmer logo, and bari with the up-to-date newspaper....! Is it worth to buy the early one? The selmer company made minor changes thoughout the entire production run of the Mark VI, and there are clearly examples of good and bad saxes that exist from each era. So you think it's really is the best saxophone in the world? It's all about the market establishing price. Model:||MARKVILOWABARI|. Any good suggestions to verify the bari.? Want to hear what I think IS the BEST saxophone in the world? Manufacturer:||Selmer|. 1972- 196001-208700.
Besides, the ebayer got 6xx positive feedback.... the price is $5xxx (in low range) including shipping! If your budget is around $650 this can be your one and only main instrument no matter what level player you are. I've read the comments on here so far and if a horn is played out I'd agree with the prices. Besides, It is hard to find the parts, pad.... Actually, I really want to try.... So confuse about ebay bidding!!! 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. Old also adds to the rare component since it's getting harder and harder to find good condition early vintage saxophones. I sat down and talked with my good friend and legendary saxophonist, Bob Rockwell, about our favorite topic – saxophones at our favorite saxophone shop IK Gottfried in Copenhagen Denmark.
By johnsonfromwisconsin. The late Mark VI bari (250, 000-320, 000) were produced during the same period as the Mark VII alto/tenor. Whenever I bid on an expensive saxophone I receive half-a-dozen fake "second chance offers" after the auction has closed. I just search the ebay, and there had 2 nos. At least three changes to neck design were made on the tenor during the 1950s and 1960s, and once again in the 1970s. 1971- 184901-196000. Enhanced with Oleg front F, high E, and low Bb key extenders, this saxophone is in good condition.