Wichita, KS, United States
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Wichita Band Instrument CompanyWichita, KansasA SUPERB SELMER MARK VI TENOR SAXOPHONE; serial #204,985 (1972). “9.5 on a scale of 10.0”.Have a look at the photos, if you would. The instrument has come to us in "close to perfect" condition.American lacquer is 99% original. ONE TINY end-bow ding and solder repair to the low Eb key-guard. See photos, please.The original zip Chesterfield Combo (clarinet & flute) case is solid, very good.Original Selmer mouthpiece looks like it’s never been played.Very good original American lacquer with superb engraving.Note the key-touches for the LH pinky keys….no scratches, no lacquer wear.Low B & Bb speak easily, no hesitation in any way. Intonation is “perfect M6”, meaning the low notes (for me) were just a bit sharp. Normal stuff for a M6.I’ve got two similar M6 altos at the present time, the other with 98% original bright silver finish. Both instruments are superb and, for the life of me I cannot tell you which is the better.But if you’re looking for a nearly PERFECT M6, this one’s close to it. I recommend it highly.NOTE PLEASE. This superb tenor was acquired by us from an elderly friend whom I've known since 1958. He bought it new, played it for a couple of years and hasn't touched it since. Yes, we can give you his name and contact info!Sax questions? Write me! Nope, I’m not a top concert player, but I’ve tooted on thousands (literally) of Selmers and do believe I can offer a candid and honest opinion on any saxophone subject.Respectfully, GR**** COMING SOON!!*** Mark Six tenor #97,200 (1962), 99% original bright silver. See our Reverb postings in October! ***HGWichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. The owners are Kansas natives Gary L. Ray and his two sons. Founded by a woodwind repair technician in 1953, we soon will commence our seventy-first year in business.We’re not a “back bedroom” operation but can report that we are the owners of a proper “brick and mortar” workshop.We enjoy a sterling reputation for ethical business transactions and confirm to our friends and clients the simple fact that we expect to be in business forever.Wichita Band’s service warranty is the same as it’s been for more than four decades:“ALL new and all used instruments sold by Wichita Band Instrument Company come with our 24 month service warranty. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace (whichever in our estimation is the more advisable), pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. In the event of cracked or damaged wood sections, we will repair at no cost to the customer or replace the section and charge the customer only for our net costs for the replacement section. Often, wood replacement parts are supplied from the manufacturer at no charge. The customer is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. Cases and plating finishes are not covered by our service warranty but are sometimes covered by factory guarantees.”Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953! In the event that a customer requires service under factory guarantees or Wichita Band’s service warranty, the item must be returned to us and not directly to the manufacturer.**** WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS / USA
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