Yanagisawa AWO30 Alto Saxophone - Solid Silver Body & Neck

The Yanagisawa AWO30 alto saxophone is the ultimate alto model, the Silver Sonic delivers a mellow yet powerful tone coupled with a rich command of depth and colour. Key of Eb. Range from low Bb to high F#. All hand engraved. Yanagisawa ‘Elite’ models are true player’s instruments that represent the pinnacle of saxophone craftsmanship. Delivering a moderate level of resistance, the accomplished player can discover a truly effortless tone with unrivalled depth and flexibility, and a genuinely unparalleled freedom of expression.

Sax w/neck weight: 2.60kg - Cased weight: 5.85kg - Packaged weight: 8.0kg

Each and every component and Yanagisawa-exclusive mechanism embody the spirit of an endless quest for the ultimate in tone and ergonomics – qualities that set our saxophones apart from the pack. Forefinger control of the palm-F key broadens the range of possibilities for altissimo harmonics. The ideal setting is possible because this mechanism allows the opening of the high-F key pad to be adjusted independently. The tri-point bell-bow brace ensures structural stability and rigidity and enhances resonance even at fortissimo levels. 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.