Yanagisawa saxophones are made by a small family company in Japan that only makes professional level instruments, recognised as some of the finest in the world. The company's dedication to exceptional quality and precision is evident in every instrument they make. Popular with technicians, these instruments play straight out of the box and are incredibly reliable.
The AWO10 model is the upgraded replacement for the A991 series and is one of the world's finest alto saxophones. The A991 has acquired a reputation during the past 30 years as a serious choice for advancing musicians and professionals alike who wish to play all styles of music. This new AWO10 is the A991, but even better! Additional features over and above the less expensive AWO1 model include double key arms, a fully ribbed construction and an underslung octave mechanism, and, thanks to a re-engineered bore and tone holes plus many other upgraded features, the AWO10 has an even stronger tonal core. Additional features include:
- A new re-designed front F key for a better feel
- Additional feet under the right side key levers (B, C and high E) for a better touch
- New pinky key angle for smoother fingering
- An additional neck plate for tightening the sound
- New palm key plate for added high range resonance
- Teflon octave system to ensure a smooth operation every time
- A rocking table mechanism that allows for optimal speed and fluidity between the pitches of C sharp and B flat
- F auxilliary key mechanism to ensure a proper seal of the pads when playing the low octave of the saxophone
- 'Indented' white shell keys so that a player's fingers can rest comfortably, preventing slipping during technical passages
- Pointed pivot screws which facilitate an accurate centre and precise action
- Air-tight, waterproof pads
- Blue steel springs which give the player a quick response and are more resilient than stainless steel