Will I really get a proper evaluation?
"I haven't been playing it much lately."…"It's sad to let go, but it's still sitting there unused."…I imagine that those of you reading this page are feeling that way.
Saxophone Buyback
Saxophone Purchase Examples
Okubo GakkiHere are some of our latest purchase examples.
March 18, 2025
Brands we buy
Okinawagisawa S-99BL, manufactured in 1993.
Purchase price
380,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Saxophones with a black lacquer finish tend to be difficult to sell because they are selective in terms of the situation and the player, and therefore generally tend to have a lower appraisal value. However, at our shop, it's the opposite. We have given it the highest possible value for its rarity and individuality."
January 10, 2025
Brands we buy
YAMAHA YAS-62 Made in 2016
Purchase price
165,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Yamaha's 62 series alto saxophones have been in production for over 40 years, from the first model to the latest, so the appraisal value varies depending on the year and condition. However, we are now able to purchase them at a significantly higher price than a few years ago. This appraisal value also exceeds the used selling price from 10 years ago."
November 21, 2024
Brands we buy
Selmer Paris SERIE II, manufactured in 1991.
Purchase price
515,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"The Selmer Saxophone's classic Series 2, which has been produced for over 40 years, underwent repeated minor changes, resulting in different characteristics depending on the year of manufacture. Although it required significant adjustments, we were able to fully appreciate the potential of this particular product from this era."
April 17, 2025
Brands we buy
CGCONN 10M, manufactured in 1936.
Purchase price
580,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"While Selmer dominates the vintage saxophone market, our shop also focuses on selling vintage saxophones from other brands. Among them, CGCONN tenor saxophones are rare, and those in particularly good condition are especially hard to find. We purchased this one from another shop a few years ago at the price it was originally purchased for."
July 30, 2024
Brands we buy
WOODSTONE WST-AF, manufactured in 2012.
Purchase price
220,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"WOODSTONE saxophones are a brand that has significantly raised the bar for Asian-made saxophones through their solid design and rigorous production control. While it required an overhaul, it had no major accident history. We purchased it as a trade-in for a vintage saxophone purchased from our inventory."
May 3, 2024
Brands we buy
Selmer Paris MARK VII made in 1975
Purchase price
490,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Previously, Selmer's MARK VII (Seven) was generally bought back for less than half the price of the MARK VI (Six), but at our store, we buy back the Seven at a high price. The discoloration of the lacquer finish is not a negative point, but rather a positive one, adding to its character!"
March 4, 2025
Brands we buy
Buffet Crampon S-1 Made in 1987
Purchase price
220,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Buffet Crampon, a name known to everyone in the clarinet world, is less well-known in the saxophone world, but they also produce excellent instruments. Although it was nearly 40 years old and the pads and corks needed replacing, the body itself was undamaged, suggesting it had been well cared for."
July 28, 2023
Brands we buy
A. Selmer MARK VI Made in 1963
Purchase price
1,070,000 yen
Comment from the person in charge
"Among vintage saxophones, A. Selmer (American Selmer) is experiencing a rapid surge in market price. The owner of this particular saxophone acquired it about 15 years ago, and we purchased it for the original purchase price plus 200,000 yen."
Customer Feedback
Customer testimonials
Mr./Ms. B from Kyoto Prefecture
"30 years ago, with my first bonus"NewPurchase. I was transferred in my third year at the company. I had to leave the orchestra I belonged to, and I stopped playing music altogether. This time, I consulted them hoping to use the funds to buy an instrument for my son, who plays the trumpet in a brass band. I had heard that instrument prices had gone up, but I never expected them to buy it back for so close to the original purchase price. Thanks to them, my son was able to get a significantly higher-grade trumpet than he had originally planned.
Items for sale
Selmer Paris Alto Saxophone
Purchase price
300,000 yen
Mr./Ms. K from Tokyo
"I've loved jazz since my student days, and I'm especially a big fan of Charlie Parker. I heard it was the model Parker used, so I got it five years ago. However, it was different from the Selmer I usually use, and I couldn't handle it, so I decided to sell it. But other shops refused to buy it, saying they wouldn't buy vintage saxophones unless the neck was original, so I was at a loss."Okubo Gakki"Then they showed interest, saying the neck was unusual, and bought it from me."
Items for sale
CGCONN Alto Saxophone
Purchase price
150,000 yen
Mr./Ms. Y from Saitama Prefecture
"A fellow musician I'd played with for a long time passed away, and his family asked me to sell his instrument. Of course, I'd like to get the highest price possible, but the family also wanted it to be used properly, so I decided to look for a specialist shop that could properly repair and adjust it. I went to several places, but the purchase prices were all pretty much the same. I decided to sell to this one because they had the best service."
Items for sale
Selmer Paris Tenor Saxophone
Purchase price
550,000 yen
Mr./Ms. S from Okayama Prefecture
"I really liked it when I tried it out and decided to buy it, but when I tried it in my usual live performances, it felt different. It was an expensive purchase, so I tried my best to adapt to the instrument, but I couldn't shake off that feeling, so I decided to consult with them. I knew that I couldn't return it since more than six months had passed, but they actually took it back for a price close to the purchase price."
Items for sale
Selmer Paris Tenor Saxophone
Purchase price
550,000 yen
We will approach this with care.
It's perfectly understandable that you're hesitant to sell an instrument you've cherished. As fellow lovers of musical instruments, we completely understand how you feel. And what if that instrument is "the one they've been searching for" for someone somewhere, just waiting for the right encounter?
Saxophone Buyback Price List
We'll show you the latest buyback prices for popular manufacturers and models.
Selmer Paris
Made in 1977 No.97(=MARK VI)
Baritone saxophone
Purchase price
560,000 yen
A. Selmer
1957 MARK VI
Tenor saxophone
Purchase price
1,300,000 yen
A. Selner
1963 soprano saxophone MARK VI
Purchase price
1,680,000 yen
Selmer Paris
Reference 36, manufactured in 2007.
Tenor saxophone
Purchase price
420,000 yen
YAMAHA
2018 YSS-875EXHG GP
Soprano saxophone
Purchase price
510,000 yen
YAMAHA
2004 YTS-82ZUL WOF
Tenor saxophone
Purchase price
310,000 yen
YAMAHA
2021 YAS-875EX
Alto saxophone
Purchase price
252,000 yen
YAMAHA
2018 YBS-62II
Baritone saxophone
Purchase price
390,000 yen
Okinawagisawa
Year of manufacture S-WO3
Soprano saxophone
Purchase price
420,000 yen
Okinawagisawa
T-WO2, manufactured in 2022
Tenor saxophone
Purchase price
310,000 yen
Okinawagisawa
1974 S-6
Soprano saxophone
Purchase price
131,000 yen
Okinawagisawa
S-992PGP (manufactured in 2000)
Soprano saxophone
Purchase price
500,000 yen
CGCONN
1926 New Wonder Series II
Alto saxophone
Purchase price
200,000 yen
CGCONN
1922 New Wonder Series I GP
Alto saxophone
Purchase price
250,000 yen
CGCONN
1924 New Wonder Series I
Soprano saxophone
Purchase price
250,000 yen
CGCONN
1941 6M “Lady Face”
Alto saxophone
Purchase price
290,000 yen
The purchase price will fluctuate depending on the market price at the time of purchase. Please feel free to contact us for the latest purchase price.
Okubo GakkiReasons why it is chosen
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we will take responsible care of your valuable instrument.
I will take responsibility for the handover.
We will consult with you to suit your circumstances, restore your cherished instrument to the best possible condition, and pass it on to its next owner.
Our expert staff will carefully assess your item.
Based on over 35 years of experience, we assess the hidden value of an instrument, taking into account not only its model, year, and condition.
Maintaining top condition through dedicated repair services.
Our specialized wind instrument repair team will inspect and adjust your instrument to ensure it is in top condition for the next owner to start playing.
We offer high prices that you'll be happy with.
In-store, online, and nationwide service available. Appraisal, shipping, and on-site visit fees are all free. Chosen by those who want to sell to a store that understands the value of their items.
Appraisal increase benefits
Purchase from other reputable stores
＋10%
Instruments purchased from other reputable stores will receive a 10% increase in appraisal value.
Buyback
＋10%
We also offer a 10% bonus on buybacks of instruments you previously sold to us.
trade-in
＋10%
Trade-in value for new instruments also increased by 10%」
[Participating excellent stores] Ishibashi Musical Instruments, Ikebe Musical Instruments, Kurosawa Musical Instruments, Shimokura Musical Instruments, DAC, Hyper Guitars, Shimamura Musical Instruments, Miki Musical Instruments, Yamano Musical Instruments, Uemura Musical Instruments, Ishimori Wind Instruments, Nagae Musical Instruments, Dolce Musical Instruments, Gakkido, Hattori Wind Instruments, Winds Lab, Cremona Musical Instruments, Yamaha authorized dealers nationwide, etc... Please also let us know if you have any other music stores when you register.
*The appraisal increase is limited to one of the two conditions (maximum 10%).
Peace of Mind Guarantee
What are the special conditions for the 80% trade-in discount?
Don't worry if you don't like it anymore or get tired of it. Please let us buy it back from you!
Buyback guarantee
If you trade it in within one month, we will buy it back for 80% of the purchase price (excluding tax).。
Conditions of provision
Products with a pre-tax selling price of 20,000 yen or more
- Same condition as when purchased
• Purchased items are of equal or greater value than the trade-in items.
*Even if the period has passed, it's okay; we'll buy it back anytime. Buying only is also OK!
※NewDue to the nature of the product, it is not eligible for our 80% buyback program, but we do accept trade-ins/buybacks. Please feel free to contact us for more information.
How to sell a saxophone
We offer three methods to suit your convenience.
In-store purchase (free appraisal)
Store Information
3F, 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073 Okubo Gakki
Opening hours: 13:00 - 20:00(Closed on Wednesdays)
In-store process
- Visit and registration
- assessment
- Price quote and contract
- Cash payment
In-store purchase
On-site purchase service (free of charge)
How to make a reservation
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Pickup of items sent to us
- Appraisal amount at the store
- Bank transfer
On-site purchase service
Mail-in buyback service (shipping costs covered by us)
Mail-in buyback process
- Inquiry/Pre-purchase price estimate
- Packaging and shipping
- Assessment and Contact
- Bank transfer
Sending it via Yamato Transport's cash-on-delivery service is fine!
Shipping address:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan - Appraisal and Purchase Department
*We can also send you a packing kit free of charge upon request!
Mail-in buyback service
Saxophone appraisal process
Steps from appraisal request to final purchase
❶
Request for appraisal
Request an appraisal by phone, web, or LINE.
(same day)
❷
Appraisal by a specialist
Detailed assessment by expert staff
(15-30 minutes)
❸
Price quote
Explanation of the appraisal results and price quote
(immediate)
❹
Purchase completed
If you are satisfied, payment will be made immediately in cash or via bank transfer.
(same day)
Frequently Asked Questions about Saxophones
Frequently asked questions from our customers
Q1. I have an old vintage saxophone, but does it still have value even if it looks worn out?
A1. Yes, some models are very valuable. In particular, Selmer's Mark VI can fetch a high price even if the lacquer is peeling. Don't judge it by its appearance alone; please contact us for a consultation.
Q2. I've replaced the original neck with a custom one. How will this affect the appraisal?
A2. We will carefully evaluate the value of each part, including the main unit. Popular custom necks may receive a higher valuation, so if you have the original neck, please be sure to bring it along.
Q3. Does the presence or absence of "engravings" on the bell affect the appraisal value?
A3. Yes, it does have an impact. Even within the same model, pieces with beautiful hand-carved details are more popular, and this is an important factor that increases the appraisal value.
Q4. I haven't used it for many years, so the pads are in poor condition and it's difficult to produce sound. Can you buy it?
A4. Yes, that's perfectly fine. Pads are consumables, so deterioration is to be expected. Our repair team will assess the item with the assumption that it will need replacing, so please bring it in as is.
Q5. Will I get a higher price if I have my motorcycle overhauled (overall adjusted) before selling it?
A5. No, that's not necessary. It's rare for the appraisal value to increase by more than the cost of repairs you would have had done. We handle the maintenance, so it's more advantageous for you to sell it to us as is.
Q6. Is the appraisal free?
A6. Yes, the appraisal is completely free. You can also cancel after the appraisal.
Q7. Can you buy old musical instruments?
A7. We will buy any instrument in good condition, regardless of its year of manufacture.
Q8. Can you buy my car even if it doesn't come with any accessories?
A8. We can still purchase your item even without accessories, but this may affect the appraisal value.
Q.9 What are the service areas for on-site purchases?
A9. We primarily serve the Kanto area, but depending on the circumstances, we can travel to locations from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and even overseas. Travel expenses are free.
Q10. What are the maximum and minimum buyback prices?
A10. If you send us details and images of your instrument in advance, we can provide you with an estimated quote.
Q11. It's broken, so (even if it's for 0 yen), will you take it off my hands?
A11. Please provide details about the instrument so we can let you know if we can pick it up.
Q12: Is a reservation required?
A12: It's not necessary. Anytime during business hours is fine.
Saxophone Buyback Brands
We buy wind instruments from a wide range of manufacturers.
Lotus
AR RESONANCE
CGCONN
MARTIN
We also handle products from other manufacturers, so please feel free to contact us.
Musical instrument trade-in categories
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki• List of items that can be purchased by Advance Guitars
We also handle products from other manufacturers, so please feel free to contact us.