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Saxophone Buyback
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Saxophone Buyback
Saxophone Purchase Examples
Okubo Gakki Introducing our latest purchase examples
March 18, 2025
Purchase Brand
Yanagisawa S-99BL 1993 Model
Purchase Price
¥380,000
Staff Comment
"Black lacquer finish saxophones tend to be less popular with buyers due to their selective nature regarding situations and players, often leading to lower appraisal values. However, our store takes the opposite approach. We highly valued its rarity and unique character."
January 10, 2025
Brand We Buy
YAMAHA YAS-62 2016 Model
Purchase Price
¥165,000
Staff Comment
"Yamaha's alto saxophone 62 series has been manufactured for over 40 years, from the first generation to the latest model. Therefore, the appraisal value varies depending on the year and condition. However, we are now purchasing them at significantly higher prices than just a few years ago.This appraisal value also exceeds the used sales price from 10 years ago."
November 21 , 2024
BrandPurchased
Selmer Paris SERIE II 1991 Model
Purchase Price
¥515,000
Staff Comment
"The SERIE II, a staple series of Selmer saxophones produced for over 40 years, underwent repeated minor changes, resulting in distinct characteristics by year. Although it required significant adjustments, we maximized the evaluation of the product's potential unique to this era."
April 17, 2025
Brand Purchased
C.G.CONN 10M 1936 Model
Purchase Price
¥580,000
Staff Comment
"While Selmer dominates the vintage saxophone market, our store also focuses on selling vintage saxophones from other brands. Among these, C.G.CONN tenor saxophones are particularly scarce, and those in especially good condition are rare.We purchased this instrument at the price it was bought for at another store several years ago."
July 30, 2024
Purchase Brand
WOODSTONE WST-AF Made in 2012
220,000 yen
Staff Comment
"WOODSTONE saxophones are a brand that has significantly elevated the quality of Asian-made saxophones through solid design and strict production control. While it required an overhaul, there was no major accident history.We purchased it as a trade-in for a vintage saxophone purchased from our store inventory."
May 3, 2024
Brand Purchased
Selmer Paris MARK VII 1975
Purchase Price
¥490,000
Staff Comment
"While Selmer MARK VIIs (Sevens) used to typically sell for less than half the price of MARK VI (Six) models, we offer high prices for Sevens at our store. The discoloration of the lacquer finish is not a negative—we viewed it as adding character and gave it a positive evaluation!"
March 4 , 2025
Brand Purchased
Buffet Crampon S-1 , 1987 Model
Purchase Price
¥220,000
Staff Comment
"While Buffet Crampon is a household name in clarinets, they produce excellent, lesser-known masterpieces in saxophones. Though nearly 40 years old, requiring replacement of pads and corks, the body showed no damage, indicating it was well-cared for."
July 28, 2023
Purchase Brands
A.Selmer MARK VI 1963
Price
1,070,000yen
Salesperson Comment
"Among vintage saxophones, A. Selmer (American Selmer) is experiencing a particularly rapid surge in market value. This owner acquired theirs about 15 years ago, and we purchased it for 200,000 yen above their original purchase price."
Customer Feedback
Experiences from Customers Who Actually Used Our Service
Mr./Ms. B, Kyoto Prefecture
"I bought this New with my first bonus 30 years ago. I transferred jobs in my third year at the company. I had to quit the band I was in and ended up leaving music altogether.This time, I consulted them hoping the funds could help purchase an instrument for my son, who plays trumpet in a wind ensemble. I'd heard instrument prices had risen, but I never imagined they'd offer a buyback price so close to what I originally paid. Thanks to that, I was able to significantly upgrade my son's trumpet beyond what I'd initially planned."
ItemPurchased
Selmer Paris Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥300,000
Tokyo, K-san
"I've loved jazz since my student days, and I'm a huge fan of Charlie Parker in particular. Hearing this was Parker's model, I acquired it five years ago. However, it handled differently from my usual Selmer, and I couldn't get the hang of it, so I decided to sell it.Other shops refused to buy vintage saxophones unless the neck was original, leaving me at a loss. But Okubo Gakki showed interest, saying the neck was rare, and bought it from me."
Item Purchased
C.G.CONN Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥150,000
Saitama Prefecture, Mr./Ms. Y
"A fellow player I'd performed with for many years passed away, and his family asked me to sell his instrument. Naturally, getting the highest possible price would be ideal, but the family also wished for it to be properly cared for and played. So, I decided to find a specialist shop that could thoroughly service it. I visited several places, but the buyback prices were all pretty similar.I decided to sell it here because they provided the best service."
ItemPurchased
Selmer Paris Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥550,000
Okayama Prefecture, Customer S
"I loved it during the trial and decided to buy it, but when I tried it in my usual setting, it felt different. Since it was a big purchase, I tried hard to adjust to the instrument, but I couldn't shake that feeling, so I decided to consult them. I knew returns weren't possible after more than six months, but they took it back for an amount close to the purchase price."
ItemPurchased
Selmer Paris Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥550,000
We treat each item with care
It's only natural to hesitate when deciding to sell an instrument you've cherished. As fellow musicians who share your love for instruments, we deeply understand that feeling. And what if that instrument is now waiting somewhere for someone who's been searching for "the one" all along?
Saxophone Purchase Price List
Latest Purchase Prices for Popular Manufacturers and Models
Selmer Paris
1977 Model No.97 (=MARK VI)
Baritone Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥560,000
A.Selmer
1957 MARK VI
Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥1,300,000
A.Selner
1963 Soprano Saxophone MARK VI
Purchase Price
¥1,680,000
Selmer Paris
2007 Reference 36
Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥420,000
YAMAHA
2018 Model YSS-875EXHG GP
Soprano Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥510,000
YAMAHA
2004 YTS-82ZUL WOF
Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥310,000
YAMAHA
2021 Model YAS-875EX
Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥252,000
YAMAHA
2018 Model YBS-62II
Baritone Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥390,000
Yanagisawa
S-WO3
Soprano Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥420,000
Yanagisawa
2022 T-WO2
Tenor Saxophone
310,000 yen
Yanagisawa
1974 S-6
Soprano Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥131,000
Yanagisawa
2000 S-992PGP
Soprano Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥500,000
C.G.CONN
1926 New Wonder Series II
Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥200,000
C.G.CONN
1922 New Wonder Series I GP
Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥250,000
C.G.CONN
1924 New Wonder Series I
Soprano Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥250,000
C.G.CONN
1941 6M "Lady Face"
Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥290,000
Purchase prices fluctuate based on market conditions at the time of purchase. For the latest purchase prices, please feel free to contact us.
Why Okubo Gakki is Chosen
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we take responsibility for caring for your precious instruments
We Handle the Transfer Responsibly
We consult with you based on your circumstances, restore your cherished instrument to its best possible condition, and pass it on to its next owner.
Our expert staff will carefully appraise your instrument.
We assess not only the model, year, and condition, but also discern the hidden value within the instrument based on over 35 years of experience.
Maintaining Peak Condition with Dedicated Repair
Our dedicated wind instrument repair team inspects and adjusts each piece, ensuring the next owner can begin playing in optimal condition.
High-Value Buying You Can Trust
In-store, online, nationwide service. Appraisals, shipping, and travel fees are all free. Chosen by those who say, "I want to sell to a store that understands value."
Appraisal Boost Benefits
Purchased from other reputable stores
+10%
Instruments purchased from other reputable stores receive a "10% increase" in appraisal value
Buyback
+10%
We also offer a "10% premium" when repurchasing instruments previously sold to our store.
Trade-in
+10%
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【Participating Stores】Ishibashi Gakki, Ikebe Gakki, Kurosawa Gakki, Shimokura Gakki, DAC, Hyper Guitars, Shimamura Gakki, Miki Gakki, Yamano Gakki, Uemura Gakki, Ishimori Kan Gakki, Nagae Gakki, Dolce Gakki, Gakki-do, Hattori Kan Gakki, Winds Lab, Cremona Gakki, Yamaha Authorized Dealers nationwide, etc... Other music stores are also welcome; please inquire at the time of appraisal.
※The appraisal boost applies to only one of the conditions (maximum 10%)
Peace of Mind Guarantee
What are the special 80% trade-in conditions?
If you change your mind or get tired of it, no worries. Let us buy it back from you!
Buyback Guarantee
Terms and Conditions
・Items with a tax-excluded sales price of ¥20,000 or more
・In the same condition as when purchased
・The purchased item must be equivalent to or better than the trade-in item
※No problem if the period has passed—we'll buy back anytime! Buyback only is also OK!
※New items are excluded from the 80% buyback due to their nature, but trade-in/purchase is possible. Feel free to inquire.
How to Sell Your Saxophone
We offer three methods to suit your convenience
In-Store Appraisal (Free)
Store Information
3F, 1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073
Business Hours: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Closed Wednesdays)
In-Store Process
- Arrival & Check-in
- Appraisal
- Price Offer & Contract
- Cash Payment
In-Store Purchase
Home Visit Purchase (Free Home Visit)
How to Make an Appointment
- Inquiries/Pre-Purchase Price Estimates
- Pickup of Items for Appraisal
- Appraisal at Our Store
- Bank Transfer
On-site Buying Service
Mail-in Purchase (Shipping Costs Covered by Us)
Mail-in Purchase Process
- Inquiry/Pre-Purchase Price Estimate
- Packaging & Shipping
- Appraisal and Notification
- Bank Transfer
Ship via Yamato Transport collect on delivery!
Shipping Address:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan Attn: Appraisal Department
※We can also send you a free packing kit upon request!
Mail-in Purchase
Saxophone Appraisal Process
Steps from Appraisal Request to Completed Purchase
❶
Request an Appraisal
Request an appraisal via phone, web, or LINE
(Same Day)
❷
Professional Appraisal
Detailed appraisal by expert staff
(15–30 minutes)
❸
Price Proposal
Explanation of appraisal results and price quote
(Immediate)
❹
Purchase Completed
If you're satisfied, we can pay in cash or transfer the funds the same day.
(Same Day)
Frequently Asked Questions About Saxophones
Questions We Often Receive from Customers
Q1. My vintage saxophone looks worn out. Does it still have value?
A1. Yes, depending on the model, it can be very valuable. Especially models like the Selmer Mark VI can still command high appraisal values even with chipped lacquer. Don't judge solely by appearance—please consult us.
Q2. I replaced the neck from the original part to a custom one. How will this affect the appraisal?
A2. We will thoroughly evaluate the value of both the body and the neck. Popular custom necks can sometimes add value to the appraisal. If you still have the original neck, please be sure to bring it along.
Q3. Does the presence of "carvings" on the bell affect the appraisal value?
A3. Yes, it does. Even for the same model, instruments featuring beautiful hand-carved designs are highly sought after and represent a significant factor in increasing the appraisal value.
Q4. The pads are in poor condition and difficult to play because it hasn't been used for many years. Can you still buy it?
A4. Yes, absolutely. Pads are consumable parts, so deterioration is natural. Our repair team will appraise it with replacement in mind, so please bring it in as-is.
Q5. Will getting a full overhaul (complete adjustment) before selling increase the price?
A5. No, that is not necessary. It is rare for the appraisal value to increase by more than the cost of repairs you incurred. Since we handle maintenance, selling it as-is is more advantageous for you.
Q6. Is the appraisal free?
A6. Yes, appraisals are completely free. You may cancel after the appraisal.
Q7. Do you buy older instruments?
A7. Yes, we purchase instruments in good condition regardless of their age.
Q8. Can you buy it even if it lacks accessories?
A8. We can buy it even without accessories, but this may affect the appraisal value.
Q.9 What areas do you cover for in-home appraisals?
A9. We primarily cover the Kanto region, but depending on the situation, we can travel from Hokkaido to Okinawa, and even overseas. There is no charge for travel expenses.
Q10. What are the maximum and minimum purchase prices?
A10. We can provide a rough estimate if you send us the instrument's details and photos beforehand.
Q11. Can you take it even if it's broken (even for 0 yen)?
A11. Please provide details about the instrument, and we can tell you if we can take it.
Q12: Do I need an appointment?
A12: No appointment is necessary. You can come anytime during business hours.
Saxophone Purchase Specialization Brand
We purchase wind instruments from a wide range of manufacturers
Vincent Bach
Buffet Crampon
Yanagisawa
YAMAHA
Scheilke
Alexsander
Besson
KING
Lotus
AR RESONANCE
C.G.CONN
MARTIN
Rigoutat
S.E. Shires
Jh.Hamming
HOLTON
We also carry other manufacturers' products. Please feel free to place your order with confidence.
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Instruments We Buy
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki・List of Items Accepted for Purchase at Advance Guitars
We also handle other manufacturers, so please feel free to place your order with confidence.
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