Yanagisawa AWO20 Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa AWO20 Elite alto saxophone is a respected professional instrument for players who value the focused response, refined keywork, and tonal depth associated with Yanagisawa saxophones. The AWO20 occupies the bronze-body side of the WO professional alto family, pairing Yanagisawa's precise Japanese build quality with a darker, more complex tonal concept than many yellow-brass alto designs. This instrument is a used AWO20 in bronze lacquer with its Yanagisawa case and selected accessories included.
Yanagisawa AWO20 Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: AWO20 Elite
- Body Material: Bronze
- Finish: Bronze lacquer body with gold-lacquer keywork
- Keywork: High F# key
- Construction: Underslung octave key with post-to-rib-to-body construction
- Case: Yanagisawa saxophone case
- Accessories: AC140 mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, polish cloth, neck, and neck strap
- Serial Number: 00422413
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned Yanagisawa AWO20 is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The body, neck, keywork, guards, pearl key touches, and octave mechanism are present and visually intact. The bronze lacquer finish remains glossy, the engraving is intact, and the instrument presents as a well-kept professional saxophone with normal evidence of careful prior handling.
Who the AWO20 Alto Saxophone Is For
The AWO20 is well suited to advanced students, professional players, doublers, and serious saxophonists who want a modern professional alto with a centered response and a bronze-body tonal profile. Players often consider this model when they want the precision and ergonomic consistency associated with Yanagisawa, while favoring a sound concept with warmth, body, and nuance for classical, jazz, studio, pit, and ensemble work.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa AWO20
How does the bronze body affect the AWO20's musical identity?
Within Yanagisawa's professional WO alto lineup, the bronze-body models are often chosen by players seeking a warmer and more complex tonal color while retaining the company's precise response and keywork feel.
Where does the AWO20 sit in Yanagisawa's alto saxophone lineup?
The AWO20 is part of Yanagisawa's professional Elite WO series and uses the higher-specification construction approach associated with the WO10, WO20, and related professional models.
What kind of player should compare the AWO20 against other professional altos?
A player comparing professional altos should consider the AWO20 when tonal depth, reliable modern ergonomics, and a refined response are more important than pursuing a brighter or more spread yellow-brass concept.
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Yanagisawa AWO20 'Elite' Professional Alto Saxophone in Solid Bronze SN 00422413
Yanagisawa AWO20 Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa AWO20 Elite alto saxophone is a respected professional instrument for players who value the focused response, refined keywork, and tonal depth associated with Yanagisawa saxophones. The AWO20 occupies the bronze-body side of the WO professional alto family, pairing Yanagisawa's precise Japanese build quality with a darker, more complex tonal concept than many yellow-brass alto designs. This instrument is a used AWO20 in bronze lacquer with its Yanagisawa case and selected accessories included.
Yanagisawa AWO20 Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: AWO20 Elite
- Body Material: Bronze
- Finish: Bronze lacquer body with gold-lacquer keywork
- Keywork: High F# key
- Construction: Underslung octave key with post-to-rib-to-body construction
- Case: Yanagisawa saxophone case
- Accessories: AC140 mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, polish cloth, neck, and neck strap
- Serial Number: 00422413
Condition & Setup
This pre-owned Yanagisawa AWO20 is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The body, neck, keywork, guards, pearl key touches, and octave mechanism are present and visually intact. The bronze lacquer finish remains glossy, the engraving is intact, and the instrument presents as a well-kept professional saxophone with normal evidence of careful prior handling.
Who the AWO20 Alto Saxophone Is For
The AWO20 is well suited to advanced students, professional players, doublers, and serious saxophonists who want a modern professional alto with a centered response and a bronze-body tonal profile. Players often consider this model when they want the precision and ergonomic consistency associated with Yanagisawa, while favoring a sound concept with warmth, body, and nuance for classical, jazz, studio, pit, and ensemble work.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa AWO20
How does the bronze body affect the AWO20's musical identity?
Within Yanagisawa's professional WO alto lineup, the bronze-body models are often chosen by players seeking a warmer and more complex tonal color while retaining the company's precise response and keywork feel.
Where does the AWO20 sit in Yanagisawa's alto saxophone lineup?
The AWO20 is part of Yanagisawa's professional Elite WO series and uses the higher-specification construction approach associated with the WO10, WO20, and related professional models.
What kind of player should compare the AWO20 against other professional altos?
A player comparing professional altos should consider the AWO20 when tonal depth, reliable modern ergonomics, and a refined response are more important than pursuing a brighter or more spread yellow-brass concept.
We are proud to be an authorized Yanagisawa dealer
Pairs well with
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yanagisawa AWO20 'Elite' Professional Alto Saxophone in Solid Bronze SN 00422413
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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.