Formally the 991. Yanagisawa only makes top quality saxophones. The AW010  is a solid level pro model. Along with elegance of construction it is our belief that mechanically there is no better saxophone being manufactured today. It has a rich lyrical tone and is fast becoming the instrument of choice of some of today\'s most discriminating performers. Comes with a mouthpiece and strap and a much improved case. This new model represents an extraordinary purchase opportunity for the discriminating player looking for a great horn at a great price.

Mechanically, this is the same horn as the Yanagisawa AW01. The difference is that the body and neck of this horn are made entirely of bronze, not brass. This alloy, which Yanagisawa also employs on their top-of-the-line instrument, the AW02, adds more depth and sonic resonance to this already superb instrument. The enhanced timbrel effect is felt from behind, as well as on the listeners side, giving the player a significant advantage over colleagues playing standard brass instruments. This horn has the awesome sonic qualities of the AW020 with a price tag that those on a budget can be more comfortable with.

This is Yani's replacement  for their great 992 model. There is a special character of sound with the Bronze body - that being a rich and darker timbre. With a great scale and the best mechanics in the industry, players are giving this one rave reviews and so do we. It's sound and sonic characteristics compare favorably with, or exceed, those of top vintage and modern horns. Comes with a mouthpiece, strap and an updated case . 

Solid! As in solid sterling silver neck, body and bell. This is more than just a sax, it's a work of art. With it's liberal engraving, it is certainly a most beautiful horn. Yanagisawa has outdone themselves... again. In addition to its breath taking beauty, this is a player's horn, no doubt about it. Destined to be a collectors item, but meant to be played. This is a horn with ultimate projection that cuts right through with a complex timbre that features enhanced high end partials The low end is robust. When played at a fff dynamic, it roars; when at ppp, it's pretty-pretty-pretty. As to the mid-range, there is a solid core sound that completes the sonority.

This is without a doubt , in all respects, the very best baritone available in its price range. It has the same bore and interior dimensions as the deluxe Yanagisawa BW010 baritone . The major difference is the absence of  post/rib construction and the full array of double control arms on the bell keys that Yanagisawa includes with the deluxe 010 model. It does include double control arms  on the low C. . Baritones are large scale instruments and require excellent materials, tooling and construction to hold up well. Yanagisawa gives you all this in the BW01 at a reasonable price, along with an excellent scale and great sonic quality, and an extremely comfortable key board layout. We stopped handling certain other companies closely priced baritones when this instrument came out because none of them came close to Yanagisawa's quality and durability. It is unquestionable a Best Buy for someone seeking a professional quality horn for a lifetime at a price that hasn't soared into the stratosphere.

The Yanagisawa company has got itself a winner and a serious contender for the best currently manufactured baritone on the market. The scale is great and the sound is full and rich, along with a particular bright edge, which is precisely what serious players are looking for. On Soprano , alto , or tenor many players are seeking a "dark" sound. On Baritone , "dark" translates into "dull", and dull is the kiss of death on Baritone. Soloing on a "dark" baritone is a players nightmare. It just won't carry, or cut through a section. The construction on this baritone is second to none with it's double control arms on the low larger key cups starting from low-C down. Having two braces controlling the low A is a absolute blessing in terms of maintaining pad coverage and reliability and confidence in coverage. On a large size instrument this extra bit of engineering is nothing short of brilliant, and should save many a trip to the repairman. RELIABILITY! SONIC EXCELLENCE! and COMFORT - when playing for extended periods! This Horn Has It All !

Temporarily backordered- Please call or email for a delivery date.

Yanagisawa B-W020 Bronze Low A Baritone 

This model is now a special order item, Please call or email for an estimated delivery date

We have now moved out of the "Dark Age" with this horn. With it's sterling silver neck and body tube, this axe truly has the edge to cut through in any playing situation. Up until now, it has only been a rumor that this model bari existed. But, it is not just a myth. Playing it is a truly joyful experience. If you're taking the lead it projects like no other and at ppp it's sweet personality comes through. Double control arms add stability to the large low end key cups and three different lengths of floor pegs, that screw into the bottom bow, are included for use when playing in a seated position. Engraving on the bell adds to the elegance of this unique instrument. A case, mouthpiece and strap are included.

This is a special order instrument- Please give a call or email for a delivery date

Built in Japan by Yanagisawa in the late 70's. Plays beautifully. It has been well played, but not abused.  Some scratches and wear, but no dents . Range to high F# 

Yanagiswa's S-6 is the nearly identical version of the Selmer Mark VI

Even though this is Yanagisawa's starting point with professional model curved sopranos, please don't confuse it with anything less than it's being the starting point for the best curved sopranos available today..It's ultra comfortable state of the art ergonomics, excellent intonation and superb quality of sound are all by products of Yani's attention to detail. This (saxophone only) manufacturer takes a back seat to none with quality control. The 991's body and keys are made of brass with a gold lacquer coating. Case, mouthpiece and strap are included. 

With all of Yanagisawa's curved sopranos sharing the same design, the 992 features a Bronze body and neck. We find the bronze body and neck lend themselves to an enhanced quality of sound with a little extra darkness and warmth.There is a very player friendly ergonomic aspect to these curved sopranos, making them easy to move around on, with a maximum comfort level. The curved design offers the player "in your face" feedback.... No need to over blow. 

Here are a lot of words describing some of the highlights in this model's construction: Solid sterling silver body tube. Adjustable front F key. The teflon inner octave system. C#-Bb connected table key. C#-Bb & C#-B double connected table key. Round surface octave key. White shell lined indented keys. Seat of one left hand side key. One key column long seat. Goldplated thumb hook & rest. Pointed pivot screws. Air tight waterproof pads. Metal reflectors. Needle springs. Double arm key. Tri-point balanced bell brace. Sway-free F-auxiliary key mechanism. What all of that means is: This model is manufactured to the highest standards with a 21st century design. The Sterling Silver adds some "shimmer" to the high end....A joy to play.

The range of this sopranino is low Bb to high E. White shell lined indented keys. One key column long seat. Lacquered thumb hook & rest. Pointed pivot screws. Air tight waterproof pads. Needle springs.

The SW010 (formally S-991) is a two necked (straight and curved) instrument with not only a high F# but also a high G conveniently located on its keyboard. It has a marvelously responsive touch and it's scale and pitch are as good as it gets. The 010 has incorporated features not found in either the Selmer or Yamaha, and has already made significant in-roads with the top echelon of Soprano players.

The new model TW01 (formally T-901) is the starting point of Yanagisawa's pro horn lineup. This basic professional model meets all of their high standards of craftsmanship, tuning, and response at an affordable price. This brand new horn comes with a case, mouthpiece, and strap.

The upgraded model 901 is now the TW01; the starting point of Yanagisawa's pro horn lineup. Meets all their high standards of craftsmenship, tuning, and response.. This brand new horn comes with a case, mouthpiece, and strap. Currently, Special finishes, including Silver plate, must be special ordered at the factory..

Mechanically, this is the same horn as the Yanagisawa TW01. The meaningful difference is that this horn's body and neck are made entirely of bronze, not brass. This alloy, which Yanagisawa includes on their top-of-the-line instrument adds more depth and sonic resonance to this already superb instrument. The extra power that is felt from behind this solid bronze instrument gives the player a significant edge over his colleagues playing standard brass instruments. This horn shares the awesome sonic qualities of the TW020 but with a lesser price tag.

A top of the line tenor with a solid silver stack and neck with underslung octave key. This model ranks with the best in the new horn category. With a depth to the sound (that would stand on its own) it is sprinkled with the sparkle, in the upper partials, that sterling silver adds. A unique quality and a vibe like no other can be captured. The TW030 replaces the T9930. (underslung neck not yet pictured).

Mechanically, this is the same horn as the Yanagisawa AW01. The difference is that the body and neck of this horn are made entirely of bronze, not brass. This alloy, which Yanagisawa also employs on their top-of-the-line instrument, the AW02, adds more depth and sonic resonance to this already superb instrument. The enhanced timbrel effect is felt from behind, as well as on the listeners side, giving the player a significant advantage over colleagues playing standard brass instruments. This horn has the awesome sonic qualities of the AW020 with a price tag that those on a budget can be more comfortable with.

This is Yani's replacement  for their great 992 model. There is a special character of sound with the Bronze body - that being a rich and darker timbre. With a great scale and the best mechanics in the industry, players are giving this one rave reviews and so do we. It's sound and sonic characteristics compare favorably with, or exceed, those of top vintage and modern horns. Comes with a mouthpiece, strap and an updated case . 

This is the same design as an A-W010 but with Sterling Silver (92.5% Silver) bell, body & neck. Brass bow.

This is without a doubt , in all respects, the very best baritone available in its price range. It has the same bore and interior dimensions as the deluxe Yanagisawa BW010 baritone . The major difference is the absence of  post/rib construction and the full array of double control arms on the bell keys that Yanagisawa includes with the deluxe 010 model. It does include double control arms  on the low C. . Baritones are large scale instruments and require excellent materials, tooling and construction to hold up well. Yanagisawa gives you all this in the BW01 at a reasonable price, along with an excellent scale and great sonic quality, and an extremely comfortable key board layout. We stopped handling certain other companies closely priced baritones when this instrument came out because none of them came close to Yanagisawa's quality and durability. It is unquestionable a Best Buy for someone seeking a professional quality horn for a lifetime at a price that hasn't soared into the stratosphere.

The Yanagisawa company has got itself a winner and a serious contender for the best currently manufactured baritone on the market. The scale is great and the sound is full and rich, along with a particular bright edge, which is precisely what serious players are looking for. On Soprano , alto , or tenor many players are seeking a "dark" sound. On Baritone , "dark" translates into "dull", and dull is the kiss of death on Baritone. Soloing on a "dark" baritone is a players nightmare. It just won't carry, or cut through a section. The construction on this baritone is second to none with it's double control arms on the low larger key cups starting from low-C down. Having two braces controlling the low A is a absolute blessing in terms of maintaining pad coverage and reliability and confidence in coverage. On a large size instrument this extra bit of engineering is nothing short of brilliant, and should save many a trip to the repairman. RELIABILITY! SONIC EXCELLENCE! and COMFORT - when playing for extended periods! This Horn Has It All !

Temporarily backordered- Please call or email for a delivery date.

Made from the solid Bronze alloy (higher copper content) to produce a slightly warmer and richer tone, we think of the BW02 as an enhanced version of the BW01. The sound quality is maximized, but with the savings of the "no frills" post construction. When compared to rib construction, posts that are soldered to the horn on an individual basis use less surface area of soldering resulting in an intensified and enriched vibration.

This model is a special order- Please give a call or email for a delivery date.

We have now moved out of the "Dark Age" with this horn. With it's sterling silver neck and body tube, this axe truly has the edge to cut through in any playing situation. Up until now, it has only been a rumor that this model bari existed. But, it is not just a myth. Playing it is a truly joyful experience. If you're taking the lead it projects like no other and at ppp it's sweet personality comes through. Double control arms add stability to the large low end key cups and three different lengths of floor pegs, that screw into the bottom bow, are included for use when playing in a seated position. Engraving on the bell adds to the elegance of this unique instrument. A case, mouthpiece and strap are included.

This is a special order instrument- Please give a call or email for a delivery date

The range of this sopranino is low Bb to high E. White shell lined indented keys. One key column long seat. Lacquered thumb hook & rest. Pointed pivot screws. Air tight waterproof pads. Needle springs.

Built in Japan by Yanagisawa in the late 70's. Plays beautifully. It has been well played, but not abused.  Some scratches and wear, but no dents . Range to high F# 

Yanagiswa's S-6 is the nearly identical version of the Selmer Mark VI

Even though this is Yanagisawa's starting point with professional model curved sopranos, please don't confuse it with anything less than it's being the starting point for the best curved sopranos available today..It's ultra comfortable state of the art ergonomics, excellent intonation and superb quality of sound are all by products of Yani's attention to detail. This (saxophone only) manufacturer takes a back seat to none with quality control. The 991's body and keys are made of brass with a gold lacquer coating. Case, mouthpiece and strap are included. 

With all of Yanagisawa's curved sopranos sharing the same design, the 992 features a Bronze body and neck. We find the bronze body and neck lend themselves to an enhanced quality of sound with a little extra darkness and warmth.There is a very player friendly ergonomic aspect to these curved sopranos, making them easy to move around on, with a maximum comfort level. The curved design offers the player "in your face" feedback.... No need to over blow. 

Here are a lot of words describing some of the highlights in this model's construction: Solid sterling silver body tube. Adjustable front F key. The teflon inner octave system. C#-Bb connected table key. C#-Bb & C#-B double connected table key. Round surface octave key. White shell lined indented keys. Seat of one left hand side key. One key column long seat. Goldplated thumb hook & rest. Pointed pivot screws. Air tight waterproof pads. Metal reflectors. Needle springs. Double arm key. Tri-point balanced bell brace. Sway-free F-auxiliary key mechanism. What all of that means is: This model is manufactured to the highest standards with a 21st century design. The Sterling Silver adds some "shimmer" to the high end....A joy to play.

The SW010 (formally S-991) is a two necked (straight and curved) instrument with not only a high F# but also a high G conveniently located on its keyboard. It has a marvelously responsive touch and it's scale and pitch are as good as it gets. The 010 has incorporated features not found in either the Selmer or Yamaha, and has already made significant in-roads with the top echelon of Soprano players.

The new model TW01 (formally T-901) is the starting point of Yanagisawa's pro horn lineup. This basic professional model meets all of their high standards of craftsmanship, tuning, and response at an affordable price. This brand new horn comes with a case, mouthpiece, and strap.

The upgraded model 901 is now the TW01; the starting point of Yanagisawa's pro horn lineup. Meets all their high standards of craftsmenship, tuning, and response.. This brand new horn comes with a case, mouthpiece, and strap. Currently, Special finishes, including Silver plate, must be special ordered at the factory..

Mechanically, this is the same horn as the Yanagisawa TW01. The meaningful difference is that this horn's body and neck are made entirely of bronze, not brass. This alloy, which Yanagisawa includes on their top-of-the-line instrument adds more depth and sonic resonance to this already superb instrument. The extra power that is felt from behind this solid bronze instrument gives the player a significant edge over his colleagues playing standard brass instruments. This horn shares the awesome sonic qualities of the TW020 but with a lesser price tag.

This highly respected model of the Yanagisawa line is causing a great deal of well deserved excitement. It combines a wonderfully responsive keyboard with a rich even smooth sound, with a fat bottom and smooth easy blowing top end. The bronze body and neck lead to a more complex and a slightly darker tone than it's all brass counterpart, the TW010. In terms of durability and soundness of construction there is perhaps no better saxophone available today. It is truly an elegant horn , not overly engineered but precisely and gracefully designed with no corners cut. Yanagisawa has produced a genuinely first class instrument.