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Calling all Selmer connoisseurs and collectors! This Selmer Mark VI alto is truly incredible—rare, collectible, and highly sought after. Often erroneously referred to as a “double S” neck, this alto instead features a beautifully ornate “SC” scrolling pattern on the octave key, which stands for “Selmer et Cie.” (“Selmer and Company”). Very few of these were ever made, and they have come to be known in the saxophone community as some of the best-sounding and best-playing five-digit Mark VIs ever produced.
This particular alto is in amazing original condition for its age. A significant amount of the original nitrocellulose lacquer remains, and the American engraving is still remarkably sharp to the touch after all these years. The serial number dates it to 1954, the first year of Mark VI production. These early examples are especially beautiful, featuring SBA-style American engraving that extends down the front of the bell to the bow.
The original, serial-matching neck is in excellent condition, with no pull-down or damage. The bottom bow is clean and free of dents as well. This horn has received a full professional overhaul and, after a thorough inspection by our shop, is sealing and playing perfectly.
If you’ve been searching for a vintage alto, this is the one. Don’t hesitate—there are very few of these out there, especially in this condition!