This exceptional Selmer Paris Mark VI alto saxophone features a rare gold-plated finish and serial number 559xx, dating it to approximately 1954-55—the first years of Mark VI production. As one of the earliest examples of this legendary model, it offers significant appeal to professional musicians, vintage saxophone enthusiasts, and collectors.

The Mark VI is celebrated for its rich, complex tone, excellent projection, flexible response, and expressive character. Its fluid keywork and distinctive tonal palette make it equally suited to jazz, classical, commercial, and ensemble playing.

The gold-plated finish gives the instrument a striking appearance and warm vintage character. It shows visible wear, scratches, and finish loss consistent with its age and previous use. These cosmetic signs contribute to its authentic appearance and reflect more than seven decades of musical history.

A rare opportunity to acquire an early-production Selmer Mark VI alto saxophone with a distinctive gold-plated finish.

Features:

• Professional alto saxophone in E-flat
  
• Dating from approximately 1954-55
• Early-production Mark VI
• Gold-plated finish
• Engraved bell
• Mother-of-pearl key touches
• Rich, expressive tone with excellent projection
• Visible cosmetic wear consistent with age and use
• Mouthpiece and reeds sold separately

Historic: The saxophone was shipped from Selmer France in January 1955, it was engraved at the factory in France but shipped to London without lacquer and set-up. It was Gold Plated in London, This instrument is one of the first Mark VI Alto to be shipped to Selmer London.

Source: Douglas Pipher (Selmer Paris Archives)