Description
Very Exclusive model from Yanagisawa
The AWO20S elite from Yanagisawa - A silver-plated, solid bronze model. The sax maintains all the best characteristics of the full, warm presence found in the bronze but has a silver edge which gives it more clarity and focus.
Description
The upgraded replacement for the highly regarded A992 series, this AWO20S silver bronze model is an instrument for the accomplished player. It delivers a superb tonal range with an unmistakably darker edge thanks to the fine bronze body, and it also benefits from the WO series re-engineered bore and toneholes, and re-sourced and redesigned core brass material. This model also has many upgraded features exclusive to the WO series such as newly designed Front F Keys, Right Side Keys, and Right Pinky Key. This 'S' model is silver plated which not only gives a superb look and feel but also adds an extra level of smoothness to the tone.
Features
• Material: Bronze
• Finish: Silver Plated
• Key Touches: White mother-of-pearl
• Neck: Yanagisawa
• Engraving: Hand engraved
• Case: Yanagisawa, rectangular back-pack style
• Mouthpiece: Yanagisawa Ebonite 7CR
• Made in: Japan
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: All serious sax players
Staff Review
What a beautiful sax! This has to be one of the more interesting alto pieces we currently have in our store. The sax itself is made out of bronze with unlacquered silver plating which resonates very well adding to the maturity of the sound. The sax maintains all the best characteristics of the full, warm presence found in the bronze but has a silver edge which gives it more clarity and focus. This also makes the sax very flexible giving it great tonal balance throughout the horn. The fact it is also part of the WO range makes it even more desirable as the re-engineered bore and tone holes help develop the sound further along with that precision key work and light action that Yani’s seem to have. - James - SAX
New WO Features
Front F Key
A new redesigned front F key for a better feel.
Right Side Key
Additional feet under the right side key levers (B, C and high E) for a better touch.
Right Pinky Key
New pinky key angle for smoother fingering.
New Engraving
Exquisite new hand engraving.
New Neck Plate
An additional neck plate for tightening the sound.
Palm Key plate
New palm key plate for added high range resonance, acoustic depth and projection across all register, and exceptional tonal stability.
Teflon octave system
Both ends of the octave key axis rotate in a receptacle that is coated with teflon to insure a smooth operation every time
Rocking table mechanism
The C# and Bb keys have a rocking table mechanism that allows for optimal speed and fluidity between these pitches
F-auxiliary key mechanism
Insures a proper seal of the pads when playing in the low range of the saxophone
"Indented" white shell keys
A player's fingers will rest comfortably in the indented white shell keys. The white shells also enhance the beauty of the instrument while also preventing the player's fingers from slipping during technical passages
Pointed pivot screw
The pivot screws that are used have a pointed end which facilitates an accurate center and precise action
Air-tight waterproof pad
The pads are completely air-tight which supports stability in playing and their life is extended thanks to being waterproof
Blue steel springs
Blue steel springs give the player quick response and are more resilient than stainless steel (they also last much longer)
Tri-point balanced bell braceThe bell and the body of the saxophone are securely connected by a tri-point balanced bell brace
Delivery & Returns
FREE DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £100 TO UK MAINLAND
FAST & FULLY INSURED INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. PAY THE FINAL LANDED COST AT CHECKOUT!
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RETURNS
Goods purchased online can be returned within 14 days of receipt. This does not apply to custom ordered goods, products where hygiene is concerned and product seals have been broken (reeds, mouthpieces etc), digital download codes or software licences. Goods purchased through our website cannot be returned to our retail stores.
