1980 Bass Saxophone SELMER Paris Mark VI, #303844

A saxophone is as individual as a personality. A bass saxophone, however, is even more: it is the powerful foundation and the deep soul of any ensemble. This rare SELMER Mark VI bass saxophone captivates with phenomenal resonance and a beautiful, punchy core sound. It delivers exactly that highly sought-after, centered tonal core that instantly makes the player feel musically at home from the very first breath.

Bearing the serial number 303844, this majestic instrument unites historical significance with a truly fascinating provenance. Shipped from Henri SELMER Paris to the Japanese importer “Nonaka Boeki” in October 1980, it was later brought to Germany by a musician. Around 1982, it was acquired by the renowned author and musician Klaus Dapper, who passed it on to its last owner in 1990. Following the passing of its previous owner, this honest witness of time is now looking for a new musical partner. Visually and mechanically, the instrument is in very good condition.

Our guiding principle is: “The love of the craftsman is audible”. The mechanics of this Mark VI deliver on the promise of its punchy sound: It comes freshly adjusted directly from our SAXOPHONIC workshop and remains in excellent, highly reliable mechanical condition.

Key Facts at a Glance:

• Model: SELMER Paris Mark VI

• Category: Bass Saxophone

• Year of Manufacture: approx. 1980

• Serial Number: 303844

• Provenance: Ex-Klaus Dapper, originally shipped to Japan

• Condition: Visually and mechanically very good, freshly adjusted

• Warranty: 1-year SAXOPHONIC warranty

Meet your saxophone. We warmly invite you to playtest and feel this outstanding horn in person at our beautiful shop in Neukirchen-Vluyn, Germany. Due to the size and weight of this instrument, standard shipping for trial purposes is not possible. However, upon purchase, we can arrange for secure freight shipping via pallet.