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Early examples such as this are exceptionally \u003cstrong\u003erare\u003c\/strong\u003e, highly \u003cstrong\u003esought after\u003c\/strong\u003e, and prized by discerning musicians and collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is fitted with a genuine \u003cstrong\u003e1960s Selmer Mark VI neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, a combination that many professional players appreciate for its free-blowing response, enhanced projection, and remarkable tonal flexibility. The pairing of an early Balanced Action body with a Mark VI neck creates a unique playing experience, blending the rich, expansive character of the Balanced Action with the responsiveness of one of Selmer's most celebrated neck designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e2nd hand Tenor Saxophone\u003c\/strong\u003e has been \u003cstrong\u003emechanically refurbished\u003c\/strong\u003e by an experienced technician. The mechanism has been carefully inspected, regulated, adjusted, and play-tested to ensure smooth, reliable performance while preserving the instrument's remarkable vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic \u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial Number \u003cstrong\u003e21888\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year of Balanced Action production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with a genuine \u003cstrong\u003e1960s Selmer Mark VI neck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine \u003cstrong\u003e2nd hand\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage French professional saxophone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanically refurbished\u003c\/strong\u003e and performance ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, complex tone with exceptional projection and responsiveness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Selmer ergonomics with smooth, precise key action\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for professional musicians, collectors, and vintage saxophone enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes case (where applicable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Selmer Balanced Action?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSelmer Balanced Action\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most important saxophones ever built. Introduced in the mid-1930s, it represented a revolutionary leap in keywork design and player comfort, establishing the blueprint that would ultimately lead to the legendary Mark VI. First-year examples are especially desirable, representing the beginning of a design that changed the course of saxophone history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of a genuine \u003cstrong\u003e1960s Mark VI neck\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this instrument an appealing blend of historical significance and modern performance characteristics. Many players value this combination for its lively response, focused projection, and effortless versatility across jazz, classical, and contemporary styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, early Balanced Actions are among the most \u003cstrong\u003erare\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esought after\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage Selmers available. 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