{"product_id":"yanagisawa-awo10-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-00422255","title":"Yanagisawa AWO10 Professional Eb Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagisawa AWO10 Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yanagisawa AWO10 is a professional Eb alto saxophone known for precise construction, responsive keywork, and a balanced tonal concept suited to demanding ensemble and solo work. Its rib-mounted design and substantial low-register mechanism place it within Yanagisawa's professional alto lineup, where it is valued by players seeking an even response, centered sound, and refined ergonomics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYanagisawa AWO10 Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: AWO10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Yellow brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Post-to-rib-to-body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yanagisawa fitted case with backpack straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Yanagisawa mouthpiece, ligature, cap, neck strap, cork grease, and polishing cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 00422255\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis open box instrument is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The bright lacquer, decorative bell engraving, keywork, and neck cork are well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the AWO10 Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWO10 is designed for professional players, advanced students, educators, and serious ensemble musicians who value an even scale, centered tonal core, articulate response, and comfortable modern keywork. Its balanced character supports classical, jazz, commercial, chamber, and studio settings without committing the player to an unusually dark or unusually bright tonal concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yanagisawa AWO10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat distinguishes the AWO10 within Yanagisawa's alto saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AWO10 uses rib-mounted construction, an underslung octave mechanism, and reinforced low B and C key arms. These features reflect its position as a professional model designed for mechanical stability, refined ergonomics, and an even response throughout the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the yellow brass construction influence the AWO10's tonal identity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow brass supports the centered, balanced, and projecting character commonly associated with the AWO10. The design offers enough tonal flexibility for players to shape the sound through mouthpiece choice, air concept, and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the AWO10 suited to both classical and jazz performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The AWO10's even response, precise keywork, and adaptable tonal profile make it a practical choice for classical ensembles, jazz performance, commercial work, teaching, and studio playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-professional-saxophone-comparison-guide\"\u003eGuide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/yanagisawalogo\/yanagisawalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/yanagisawalogo\/yanagisawalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yanagisawa Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Yanagisawa dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conn Selmer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67580344172909,"sku":"AWO10-CR00422255","price":4999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Yanagisawa-AWO10-Professional-Eb-Alto-Saxophone-in-Gold-Lacquer.jpg?v=1790677662","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yanagisawa-awo10-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-00422255","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}