This horn is just a beautiful old treasure. I am not exactly excited to sell this, but someone wanted to see the pics so here it is. It’s wonderful, kind of a later serial for full pearls. The pads and setup are very very old and it does not really play at the moment. The 2 notes I could get out sounded marvelous. There is no question this will be amazing once setup.
Category Archives: Vintage Saxophones (for sale AND sold)
Prime Original “Sanborn” model Selmer MK VI alto
This is an exceptionally nice example of the sweet spot MK VI alto, #148xxx. These are the medium bow altos that are preferred by Sanborn and Kenny Garrett among many others, for their superior intonation, powerful volume and thick upper register. The hype is real about these and this one particularly is a complete phenomenon.
The condition of this horn is just museum quality original lacquer. original pads and original setup that has barely been played and feels and looks just brand new. This plays as is on the original pads.
This is an extremely rare find and not an every day horn. It plays every bit as good as it should and even among 140k altos this is probably the best and most balanced sound and feeling out of all I have played.
Selmer MK VI Alto 78xxx 1957 Original
This is a beautiful vintage Mark VI Alto, 78xxx 1957. The dark lacquer finish is all original with appropriate wear from professional use, although it was well cared for. It is US assembled and engraved. There is one low C key guard foot solder that was not due to damage. The original plastic thumbrest was replaced with a pearl like an SBA, but an original could be reinstalled if desired.
This is a medium bow alto that is highly desire for intonation and response. Original case included in functional condition with a small 1957 woodwind service card with 1957 calendar on the back and the original Selmer registration card.
The pads in this horn, if they can still be called pads, are VERY old and dirty so the horn barely plays at all at the moment and will require a serious cleaning and full overhaul. But it is in excellent physical condition and the few notes I could get out of it revealed a magical tone.
Selmer Super Action 80 Series II Alto
This is an absolutely beautiful nearly brand new alto it seems. It may have a few hair scratches but it really is just almost new condition. It plays excellently with a balanced rich tone and precision that is extremely satisfying. The series 2 altos are very popular, apparently for a good reason.
Selmer Super Sax “Cigar Cutter” Alto Saxophone
Lovely vintage Selmer alto with a lovely dark lacquer finish. The horn is physically in nice condition with a few minor cosmetic blemishes. The pads are old. It does play a bit with a rich lyrical sound but clearly needs some pad work.
Yamaha 82Z-2 Black mint!
Here we have a wonderful near new 82Z-2 black tenor. This thing plays so clean, precise and reliably, with an effortless response. The air column is slightly wide yet it has power to spare with a defined buzzy edge and a lot of volume. It is not a simple modern sound but a very nicely designed tribute to vintage horns.
This is the second (latest) model with the metal resonators, one piece bell and V1 neck. We also have an excellent C1 solid silver neck included for an extra $375 if desired. That is what I used on it, with a slightly smaller bore it has a bit more focus and power.
King Super 20 #375xxx Original Wonderful Tone
Here we have an excellent King Super 20, #375xxx in original condition and finish. It has mostly original pads, quite old and will need revision. It currently does play on the original pads but not especially well, however one can hear and feel the beautiful rich tone and the promise of amazing vibes once it is overhauled. I have taken out some tiny dings all over the horn. It is in excellent condition. There is one post foot that appears to be pulling up from the body at the top of the upper stack, a very easy fix during an overhaul. This horn is a treasure of complex tone and response.
King Silversonic #470xxx Very nice looking Big and loud
This is a King SIlversonic #470xxx Eastlake production. It has original finish and very old pads that will need revision. The body and neck are in excellent physical condition. One guard foot was resoldered by Ernie Sola many years ago but it will be hard to notice or find it, was done so well. The horn at this point has only scratches and is otherwise very very nice. The sterling silver bell has gold wash, the neck is also sterling. I bought this horn many years ago based only on the shockingly great sound it produced. It has been waiting for attention for a long time, please adopt and care for it.
H. Couf Superba 1 Tenor
These horns are workhorses, reliable and powerful. This tenor has a very fat commanding sound with a wonderful colorful edgy quality. It plays pretty well but will not some attention. Pads are old and regulation is not up to snuff but the sound is great. Has some normal dents and repairs and prices accordingly.
Selmer MK VI Original 80xxx !
This is a horn that is waiting for shop attention. It is original, kinda dirty, missing some pads, needing some attention and in very good physical condition. It is a medium bow amazing Semer alto, 80xxx serial! It will be an incredible player.
