Selmer Paris “Modified K” Trumpet | 1954 | Serial #14796 | Made in France


Early Production • Paris-Made • First-Year Modified K


Condition

Good


Description


Offered here is a 1954 **Selmer Paris “Modified K” trumpet, serial #14796, manufactured in France during the first year of Modified K production according to the Paris serial registry.


Early-production Paris examples from 1954 are notably harder to find and are regarded by many players and collectors as some of the more desirable Modified K variants due to their build quality and tonal refinement.


This is an original Paris-made instrument — not later U.S. Selmer production.


Key Features


• Selmer Paris “Modified K”

• Serial: 14796

• 1954 production

• Made in Paris, France

• Original lacquer with honest vintage wear

• Factory configuration (no first valve trigger)

• Classic French bracing and design

• Early production example


Condition Details


• Original lacquer present with cosmetic wear consistent with age

• No visible red rot

• Valve plating intact

• Valves smooth with strong compression

• Slides functional

• Structurally solid


This instrument plays well and is performance-ready. It is not a restoration project.


Cosmetic wear is consistent with a 70-year-old instrument but does not affect playability.


Included


• Selmer Paris Modified K Trumpet

• No case

• No mouthpiece


Will be carefully packed and fully insured for shipment.


Tonal & Playing Characteristics

The early Paris Modified K offers:


• Centered slotting

• Efficient response

• Warm, refined tonal core

• Focused projection

• Distinct mid-century French tonal character


These instruments were widely used in European conservatory and orchestral environments and are especially well-suited for:


• Classical repertoire

• Chamber settings

• Solo literature

• Players seeking a focused European tonal aesthetic


They also appeal to jazz players looking for a more compact, vintage tonal color compared to broader American commercial horns.


About Arch City Brass


Arch City Brass is a veteran-owned brass instrument company based in Columbus, Ohio. Each instrument is personally inspected and play-tested to ensure mechanical reliability and accurate representation.


Search Terms


Selmer Paris trumpet, Modified K, 1954 Selmer, vintage Selmer trumpet, French trumpet, early production Selmer, Paris-made trumpet


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Brand
Model
  • Modified K
Finish
  • Lacquer
Categories
Year
  • 1954
Made In
  • France

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