1966 139,xxx Selmer Mark VI Alto Saxophone, Original Lacquer, Fresh Overhaul, SANBORN S/N
1966 Selmer Mark VI alto saxophone, s/n 139131. This sax has its original coat of lacquer and approximately 95% remains. This sax was just overhauled by Shelly Tanabe, who did incredible work bringing this horn into top playing condition. The sax is equipped with Pisoni Pro pads and plastic resonators, similar to what this horn originally had.
Mark VI altos from this vintage are considered by many to be the very best alto saxophones that Selmer ever produced. Greats including David Sanborn and Kenny Garrett play and collect altos from this vintage. Selmer experimented with various bow lengths and ultimately went to the medium bow shortly before this one was produced. The medium bow has the best combination of great intonation and excellent tone. For me, the late 13x,xxx and 14x,xxx altos have some extra power, focus and depth to their sound.