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The Yanagisawa AW010 alto saxophone range replaces the long standing A991 series. The AWO10 alto sax benefits from a newly designed, newly engineered and specially sourced brass material for improved sound and sonority. Read more
This pro level Yanagisawa AW010 has been popular with more experienced players or those wanting to go straight to the top of the range. Handmade in Japan to the most exacting standards with industry leading materials and precision the AW010 retains the classic Yanagisawa sound and feel that have made them so popular.
To ensure the AWO10 stands the test of time, the mechanism has been built with meticulous detail. The bell keys have been reinforced with double arms to prevent distortion, while the key pillars are sitting on mounted ribs for added overall strength.
The fresh design of the AWO10 has resulted in new front F keys, right side keys, and right pinky keys - all for your convenience. And for an added touch of luxury, the bell features uniquely styled engraving which has been painstakingly done by hand.
In summary the Yanagisawa AW010 range offers a depth and full range of tonal colours, this is due in part to the moderate resistance that is present compared to the AW01 series, the extra ribs and plates that run down the body help attach the key posts with more support and strength to the resonating body tube.