Yanagisawa AWO1 Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa AWO1 is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for players who value a centered response, precise keywork, and a direct connection to the instrument. Yanagisawa has established a strong reputation among professional saxophonists for consistent Japanese manufacturing and thoughtful ergonomics, and the AWO1 serves as the yellow-brass, post-to-body entry point to the company's professional WO alto line. It is a versatile choice for classical, jazz, commercial, and ensemble work.
Yanagisawa AWO1 Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Body Material: Yellow brass
- Finish: Gold lacquer
- Construction: Post-to-body
- Upper Register Key: High F#
- Case: Fitted Yanagisawa case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Yanagisawa mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, cork grease, polishing cloth, and neck strap
- Serial Number: 00421015
Condition & Setup
This open box saxophone is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The gold lacquer presents in excellent cosmetic condition with little visible handling wear, and the body, neck, keywork, guards, and neck cork are in excellent visible condition.
Who the AWO1 Alto Saxophone Is For
The AWO1 is suited to professional players, advanced students, educators, and woodwind doublers seeking a responsive alto with a balanced yellow-brass tonal palette and refined ergonomics. Its focused core and flexible character make it appropriate for concert, chamber, jazz, commercial, pit, and recording work, while its position within Yanagisawa's professional WO family makes it a practical choice for musicians who prefer the immediate feel of post-to-body construction.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa AWO1
What distinguishes the AWO1 within the Yanagisawa WO alto line?
The AWO1 uses post-to-body construction, an overslung octave mechanism, and single-arm low B and C key cups. The AWO10 uses ribbed construction, an underslung octave mechanism, and double-arm low B and C key cups. These designs offer different response and resistance concepts rather than a simple quality ranking.
What tonal concept does the yellow-brass construction support?
Yellow brass is the traditional saxophone material and is associated with a balanced tonal core, clear articulation, and broad stylistic flexibility. Mouthpiece, reed, embouchure, and air concept remain important influences on the final sound.
How can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?
Check out our Guide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone
We are proud to be an authorized Yanagisawa dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yanagisawa AWO1 Professional Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer
Yanagisawa AWO1 Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa AWO1 is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for players who value a centered response, precise keywork, and a direct connection to the instrument. Yanagisawa has established a strong reputation among professional saxophonists for consistent Japanese manufacturing and thoughtful ergonomics, and the AWO1 serves as the yellow-brass, post-to-body entry point to the company's professional WO alto line. It is a versatile choice for classical, jazz, commercial, and ensemble work.
Yanagisawa AWO1 Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Body Material: Yellow brass
- Finish: Gold lacquer
- Construction: Post-to-body
- Upper Register Key: High F#
- Case: Fitted Yanagisawa case with backpack straps
- Accessories: Yanagisawa mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, cork grease, polishing cloth, and neck strap
- Serial Number: 00421015
Condition & Setup
This open box saxophone is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The gold lacquer presents in excellent cosmetic condition with little visible handling wear, and the body, neck, keywork, guards, and neck cork are in excellent visible condition.
Who the AWO1 Alto Saxophone Is For
The AWO1 is suited to professional players, advanced students, educators, and woodwind doublers seeking a responsive alto with a balanced yellow-brass tonal palette and refined ergonomics. Its focused core and flexible character make it appropriate for concert, chamber, jazz, commercial, pit, and recording work, while its position within Yanagisawa's professional WO family makes it a practical choice for musicians who prefer the immediate feel of post-to-body construction.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa AWO1
What distinguishes the AWO1 within the Yanagisawa WO alto line?
The AWO1 uses post-to-body construction, an overslung octave mechanism, and single-arm low B and C key cups. The AWO10 uses ribbed construction, an underslung octave mechanism, and double-arm low B and C key cups. These designs offer different response and resistance concepts rather than a simple quality ranking.
What tonal concept does the yellow-brass construction support?
Yellow brass is the traditional saxophone material and is associated with a balanced tonal core, clear articulation, and broad stylistic flexibility. Mouthpiece, reed, embouchure, and air concept remain important influences on the final sound.
How can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?
Check out our Guide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone
We are proud to be an authorized Yanagisawa dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yanagisawa AWO1 Professional Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.