Selmer Balanced Action — Instrument Resale Value
Band and OrchestraWhat a used Selmer Balanced Action sells for on Reverb (median of 2 recent listings).
Selmer Balanced Action value — Used $17,500. Prices updated July 2026.
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Item details
- Brand
- Selmer
- Make
- Selmer
- Model
- Balanced Action
- Year
- 1936–1937
- Finishes seen
- Original Gold Lacquer, Silver
- Used range
- $6,835.31 – $17,500
- Sample size
- 2 listings
Selmer Balanced Action resale value
The used Selmer Balanced Action has a median Reverb asking price of $17,500, ranging from $6,835.31 to $17,500 across 2 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used instrument, brand tier, working pads/valves, and case completeness move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $17,500 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $4,595 / $7,900 / $10,500 | 4 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 16, 2026, 4 live eBay listings ask $4,595.00–$10,500.00 (median $7,899.99). Asking prices sit about 55% below the typical sold value of $17,500.00 — a window worth checking for buyers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale price range for a Selmer Balanced Action from this era?
- The used range for this 1935–1937 model spans from $6,949.5 to $17,500.
- Are there different finishes available for the Selmer Balanced Action?
- Yes, finishes seen include original gold lacquer, original gold lacquer, and silver.
- How many listings are currently available for this specific model?
- There are currently 3 listings available for the Selmer Balanced Action.
