The silver plating gives this saxophone an extra degree of clarity, warmth and refinement, along with remarkably quick response across the whole range of the instrument. With a thunderous low A, high F# key, and trademark Yanagisawa keywork that moves fluidly and is exceptionally comfortable, this bari offers outstanding bang for buck for the professional or high-achieving student looking for a world-class instrument.
The WO series baritones have had a number of exciting updates over the previous 900-series models, including:
- Redesigned low C/D# pinky keys
- Stopping arms on the right hand side keys, for a more solid feel
- Redesigned low A key touch
- New substantially larger body-side key guard, to protect the body and keywork
- Relocated strap ring - much more comfortable with a harness
- Redesigned neck, featuring added brass plate near the receiver for extra stability
- Changed tone hole dimensions and layout, for superior intonation and ergonimics
- New case - lovely solid case with built-in backpack straps and wheels
We were very priviledged recently to have 4 marvellous WO baritones under the one roof, and sax specialist Aidan had this to say about this model:
"Adds a noticeable amount of extra “colour” to the tone over the WO1, while remaining very agile and responsive. At times it becomes hard to tell you’re driving a big, cumbersome bari playing this horn, as its ease of blowing and slick keywork makes difficult technical stuff that much easier. I felt that this one offered more dynamic and tonal range in both directions. I immediately noticed the extra brightness and “edge” when driven harder, but it also impressed me with its warmth and presence at low volumes. This is an outstanding bari, and pound for pound I reckon it matches up very, very well with the gold standard of the Yamaha 62."
We offer a 7 day approval period as of the day you receive your purchase.
If you are not happy with your item for any reason, just let us know via email.
Return the item 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.
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All transit packing and corks from the manufacturer are removed.
- Thorough visual check for any plating or lacquer defects
- All pads checked for quality.
- Test all pad seatings & key adjustments using a leak-light.
- All key corks and felts checked, adjusted to set vent heights.
- Regulate and adjust keywork as required.
- All spring tensions checked and adjusted to create a balanced feel across the instrument.
- Check neck tenon for correct fit.
- Neck cork checked for cork quality and greased.
- Check octave mechanism adjustment.
- Play test from top to bottom.
- Case inspected for quality, instrument fit and accessories.
- Instrument cleaned and carefully repacked
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