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I have a Selmer Mark 6, serial 61,xxx. I've played and practiced on it for 45 years. The does not seem to be as free blowing as other saxophones that I have tried recently, like Selmers in great condition, Yamaha 875 etc even after having the pads checked and deleaked
My semi pro repairman says that the horn is difficult to repair and make leak free because it has a lot of miles on it and mechanism is very worn. He says that to make it play like new would require extensive, expensive work and that I might be wise to invest in newer horn. I am considering the Yamaha 875. I need great playing horn. I feel like the horn is holding me back.
My question is: Can a great old saxophone wear out to the point where it needs to be replaced.
Thank You for any comments
My semi pro repairman says that the horn is difficult to repair and make leak free because it has a lot of miles on it and mechanism is very worn. He says that to make it play like new would require extensive, expensive work and that I might be wise to invest in newer horn. I am considering the Yamaha 875. I need great playing horn. I feel like the horn is holding me back.
My question is: Can a great old saxophone wear out to the point where it needs to be replaced.
Thank You for any comments