Yanagisawa TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa TWO2 is a professional Bb tenor saxophone that combines the established WO-series design with bronze construction. It occupies a distinctive place in Yanagisawa's professional range, offering an alternative to the yellow brass TWO1 while retaining the precise response, focused tonal center, and comfortable keywork for which Yanagisawa saxophones are widely respected.
Yanagisawa TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Tenor saxophone
- Key: Bb
- Model: TWO2
- Body Material: Bronze
- Finish: Original lacquer
- Upper Key: High F#
- Case: Fitted black saxophone case
- Accessories: Cap, ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, and Yanagisawa neck strap
- Serial Number: 00420802
Condition & Setup
This open box instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested. The body, neck, bell, bow, and visible keywork are in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright, continuous lacquer and intact engraving, pearls, rollers, guards, and decorative guard accents. The fitted case and listed accessories are included.
Who the TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Is For
The TWO2 is intended for professional players, advanced students, teachers, and serious ensemble musicians seeking a responsive tenor with a centered core and the nuanced tonal color associated with bronze construction. Its balance of articulation, projection, and tonal flexibility suits jazz, commercial work, concert performance, chamber settings, and studio playing. Players who prefer Yanagisawa ergonomics but want a tonal alternative to the yellow brass TWO1 should find the TWO2 particularly relevant.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa TWO2
How does the TWO2 differ from the TWO1?
The principal distinction is material: the TWO2 uses bronze construction, while the TWO1 uses yellow brass. Both belong to Yanagisawa's professional WO series and use post-to-body construction, but the bronze TWO2 is chosen by players seeking a different tonal color and feel.
How does the TWO2 compare with the TWO20?
The TWO2 uses post-to-body construction with an overslung octave mechanism, while the TWO20 uses ribbed construction, an underslung octave mechanism, and additional refinements within Yanagisawa's professional lineup. The choice depends on the player's preferred response, resistance, and tonal concept.
What professional settings suit the TWO2?
The TWO2 is suited to jazz, commercial playing, concert ensembles, chamber music, studio work, and doubling situations that call for a focused, articulate tenor voice with tonal flexibility.
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
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yanagisawa TWO2 Professional Tenor Saxophone in Lacquered Bronze
Yanagisawa TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Overview
The Yanagisawa TWO2 is a professional Bb tenor saxophone that combines the established WO-series design with bronze construction. It occupies a distinctive place in Yanagisawa's professional range, offering an alternative to the yellow brass TWO1 while retaining the precise response, focused tonal center, and comfortable keywork for which Yanagisawa saxophones are widely respected.
Yanagisawa TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Tenor saxophone
- Key: Bb
- Model: TWO2
- Body Material: Bronze
- Finish: Original lacquer
- Upper Key: High F#
- Case: Fitted black saxophone case
- Accessories: Cap, ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, and Yanagisawa neck strap
- Serial Number: 00420802
Condition & Setup
This open box instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested. The body, neck, bell, bow, and visible keywork are in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright, continuous lacquer and intact engraving, pearls, rollers, guards, and decorative guard accents. The fitted case and listed accessories are included.
Who the TWO2 Tenor Saxophone Is For
The TWO2 is intended for professional players, advanced students, teachers, and serious ensemble musicians seeking a responsive tenor with a centered core and the nuanced tonal color associated with bronze construction. Its balance of articulation, projection, and tonal flexibility suits jazz, commercial work, concert performance, chamber settings, and studio playing. Players who prefer Yanagisawa ergonomics but want a tonal alternative to the yellow brass TWO1 should find the TWO2 particularly relevant.
Common Questions About the Yanagisawa TWO2
How does the TWO2 differ from the TWO1?
The principal distinction is material: the TWO2 uses bronze construction, while the TWO1 uses yellow brass. Both belong to Yanagisawa's professional WO series and use post-to-body construction, but the bronze TWO2 is chosen by players seeking a different tonal color and feel.
How does the TWO2 compare with the TWO20?
The TWO2 uses post-to-body construction with an overslung octave mechanism, while the TWO20 uses ribbed construction, an underslung octave mechanism, and additional refinements within Yanagisawa's professional lineup. The choice depends on the player's preferred response, resistance, and tonal concept.
What professional settings suit the TWO2?
The TWO2 is suited to jazz, commercial playing, concert ensembles, chamber music, studio work, and doubling situations that call for a focused, articulate tenor voice with tonal flexibility.
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 TWO2 Professional Tenor Saxophone in Lacquered Bronze
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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.