Selmer Mark VI

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:saxophone
gptkbp:associated_with jazz improvisation
saxophone solos
gptkbp:available_in various finishes
different models
gptkbp:collectibility high among saxophonists
gptkbp:current_condition varies widely
gptkbp:design_influence modern saxophones
gptkbp:discontinued gptkb:1974
gptkbp:finish silver plate
lacquer
gptkbp:home_port 1954-1974
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Selmer Mark VI
gptkbp:included yes
gptkbp:influenced saxophone design
gptkbp:is_popular_in gptkb:jazz_music
classical music
gptkbp:key Bb
Eb
gptkbp:legacy iconic status in music history
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular servicing
gptkbp:manufacturer Selmer
gptkbp:marketed_as music students
professional musicians
gptkbp:material brass
gptkbp:notable_features responsive action
rich tone quality
adjustable thumb rest
improved intonation
high F# key
gptkbp:notable_players gptkb:Charlie_Parker
gptkb:Michael_Brecker
gptkb:Sonny_Rollins
gptkb:John_Coltrane
gptkbp:price around $1,000
gptkbp:production_location gptkb:Paris,_France
gptkbp:range low Bb to high F#
gptkbp:seating_capacity gptkb:fish
felt
gptkbp:sound clear articulation
powerful projection
warm and rich
full-bodied tone
flexible dynamics
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Selmer_Super_Action_80
gptkbp:tone_hole_type rolled tone holes
gptkbp:type alto saxophone
tenor saxophone
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:recordings
live performances
gptkbp:weight approximately 2.5 kg
gptkbp:year_established gptkb:1954
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Selmer_saxophones
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5