The 991 range are highly adaptable with incredible fluidity of feel. They can handle all styles of music, and deliver very well when pushed hard. Although similar to the 901 series at their core, they have a superb, upgraded set of features including fully rib-mounted keywork and adjustable metal bell key buffers, so an even higher level of tonal integrity is within reach. This S model is finished with a plating of silver which adds a clarity to the tone as well as to the aesthetic.
Key: Bb
Range: Low Bb to High F#
Body: Silverplated Brass
Bow: Silverplated Brass
Bell: Silverplated Brass
Keys: Silverplated Brass
Finish: Lacquered
Neck: Silverplated Brass
Neck Type: Detachable Neck
Case: Leatherette Covered, Woodshell
Bell Arm KeysDouble Arm |
Bell BraceBalanced Tri-Point Brace |
Bell Key BufferMetal Adjustable |
Bore and Tone HolesYanagisawa Standard |
Brass / MaterialYanagisawa Standard |
C# - Bb - B KeysC# - Bb - B Rocking Key |
EngravingHand Engraved |
F Auxiliary KeyF-Auxiliary Key |
Front F KeyYanagisawa Standard |
Key DecorationWhite Shell Lining |
Key Work MountingRib Mounted |
MouthpieceEbonite Mouthpieces |
Octave Key TypeUnderslung |
Octave SystemFluororesin Non-Stick Mechanism |
Pad ReflectorPlastic Reflectors |
Pad TypeAir Tight Waterproof Pad |
Palm Key PlatePalm Key PlateThe palm key plate delivers high range resonance, acoustic depth, added projection and added tonal stability. |
Pivot ScrewsPointed Pivot Screws |
Right Pinky KeyYanagisawa Standard |
Right Side KeyYanagisawa Standard |
Spring TypeBlue Steel Springs |
"Plays amazingly. Fell in love the minute I played it. Played alongside two others and they didn't even compare. Ended up spending over my budget to get this one. Warm tones & responsive. Sounds vintage (in a good way!) "