Yanagisawa A-WO1 Professional Alto Saxophone

 The new Yanagisawa WO1 Alto saxophone is a vast improvement on the already popular A-901. Superb intonation, a brilliant sound, precision key layout; these are features that have been synonomous with Yanagisawa for years. You can now expect faster and even more reliable keywork, a richer sound, and the same superior intonation out of the new Yanagisawa WO1 series. Also available in silver-plate, by special order.

Fluororesin-sleeved octave rocker

Lost motion is eliminated and smooth octave-key action is ensured by rounding the octave rocker ends and Fluororesin-coating the receiving sleeves they contact.

C#-Bb table key linkages

The seesaw linkage between the C# and Bb table keys facilitates faster, smoother fingering technique.

Adjustable vibration-damping bar

This enhancement dampens sympathetic vibrations in the right-hand F# key, thus stabilizing the production of notes in the lower register.

Genuine mother-of-pearl touches

Indented mother-of-pearl key touches are attractive, afford the fingertips a more natural fit and feel, and are less slippery than plastic touches when wet.

Metal thumb hook & rest

Designed to make minimal point contact with the body, the thumb hook enables the instrument to resonate more freely while the brass thumb rest allows for smoother response and improved tonal balance.

Pointed pivot screws

For the utmost in precision and reliability, pointed pivot screws ensure that center arms or hinge rods are an exact fit.

Sealed, waterproof pads

Airtight pads facilitate balanced, leak-free play while quality waterproofing extends pad service life.

Needle springs

Blued-steel needle springs are more elastic than the stainless-steel variety, offer faster action and render a better command of difficult passages.

Tri-point brace

The tri-point bell-bow brace ensures structural stability and rigidity and enhances resonance even at fortissimo levels.

• Key: E-flat

• High F# key

• Body tubing: Brass

• Hand- engraved bell

• Backpack case (with storage compartment) included

• High quality Yanagisawa ebonite (hard rubber) mouthpiece included

We offer a 7 day approval period as of the day you receive your purchase.
If you are not happy with your purchase for any reason, let us know within that 7 day period, return it for a full refund less freight costs. This is our no risk purchase policy.   For terms and conditions, see Shipping & Returns

TECH-ASSURE™
Certified Musical Instrument Technician Setup.

Ozwinds TECH-ASSURE™ is a unique service that prepares your new musical instrument for sale.
Our certified technicians put the instrument through a comprehensive testing and adjustment process to ensure that it is ready to play with optimal performance from the moment you receive it.

Every new instrument setup with our TECH-ASSURE™ process which goes through a rigorous checklist so you can be assured that you are getting the best out of your new instrument.

We know the absolute importance of our TECH-ASSURE™ professional instrument setup to get your instrument playing at its peak, so don’t settle for anything less.

Our 13-Point Professional Set-up includes.

1. All transit packing and corks from the manufacturer are removed.

2. Thorough visual check for any plating or lacquer defects
3. All pads checked for quality.
4. Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a leak-light.
5. All key corks and felts checked, adjusted to set vent heights.
6. Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
7. All spring tensions checked and adjusted to create a balanced feel across the instrument.
8. Check neck tenon for correct fit.
9. Neck cork checked for cork quality and greased.
10. Check octave mechanism adjustment.
11. Play test from top to bottom.
12. Case inspected for quality, instrument fit and accessories.
13. Instrument cleaned and carefully repacked