This here is pretty much the apex model design for the first run of MK VI.  it is like the full extension of the best qualities initially produced in 56xxx-60xxx tenors.  By 76xxx the same tonal color and resonance qualities are expressed yet amplified by probably the most power, projection and presence that could be achieve with that particular color palette and bore design.  By the late 70xxx and early 80xxx the entire concept had changed into a much more spread and lush response with a different color as well.

This particular example offers a beautiful complex sound color, a fairly focused and centered response and a rather angry aggressive edge as well.  It feels like a light horn and when pushed it responds as extremely resonant and light.

The horn was assembled in USA and engraved here as well.  The lacquer is all original and nearly 100% intact. The pads are all original it seems and original tone-x resonators also present.  By some mystery, with original pads (with lacquer still on the edges) this horn plays like it has a wonderful recent overhaul, really just plays perfectly, which although hard to imagine is a great experience to play.

There is a small amount of occasional lacquer speckle and maybe one tiny ding that will disappear smoothly.  This horn is a museum quality collector’s treasure with a player’s dream response and feels ready to take on a gig right now.  This is probably the best early 5 digit tenor I have played in years, or ever.  It is incredibly satisfying to drive hard or soft.  The neck has matching serial and is in exceptionally good condition. Original trey-pack case is also present with working zipper in good condition.  This is not a horn one finds every day, year, or decade.  It is a first class rarity and killer player.