TW020 - Elite Model. The upgraded replacement for the highly regarded 992 series, this TWO20 bronze model is an instrument for the accomplished player. It delivers a superb tonal range with an unmistakably darker edge thanks to the fine bronze body, and it also benefits from the WO series re-engineered bore and toneholes, and re-sourced and redesigned core brass material. This model also has many upgraded features exclusive to the WO series such as newly designed Front F Keys, Ride Side Keys and Right Pinky Key.
Key: Bb
Range: Low Bb to High F#
Body: Bronze
Bow: Bronze
Bell: Bronze
Keys: Brass
Finish: Lacquered
Neck: Bronze
Neck Type: Detachable Neck
Case: Fabric Covered, Woodshell case with outer pocket and Backstraps
Bell Arm KeysDouble Arm |
Bell BraceBalanced Tri-Point Brace |
Bell Key BufferMetal Adjustable |
Bore and Tone HolesWO Series Bore and Tone HolesIn Yanagisawa's desire to constantly innovate, all new WO series saxophones have a newly engineered bore and toneholes. This helps achieve a smoother blow and even more precise intonation. |
C# - Bb - B KeysC# - Bb - B Rocking Key |
EngravingWO10 / WO20 Style Hand Engraved |
F Auxiliary KeyF-Auxiliary Key |
Front F KeyWO Series Redesigned front F Key |
Key DecorationWhite Shell Lining |
Key Work MountingRib Mounted |
MouthpieceEbonite Mouthpieces |
Octave Key TypeUnderslung |
Octave SystemFluororesin Non-Stick Mechanism |
Pad ReflectorMetal Reflectors |
Pad TypeAir Tight Waterproof Pad |
Palm Key PlateWO Series Palm Key Plate |
Pivot ScrewsPointed Pivot Screws |
Right Pinky KeyWO Series Right Pinky Key |
Right Side KeyWO Series Right Side Key |
Spring TypeBlue Steel Springs |
"Superb - it is the third Yani tenor that I own, and I also have the Alto W020"
"Fantastic. Great, hummer...perfect"
"It is the most beautiful tenor sax I have ever touched or played."
"Excellent. Very smooth and responsive but punchy when necessary. Beautifully made."
"Looks beautiful! Getting used to a different/improved sound."
"Great! "
"Lovely sound"
"So far, awesome."
"Excellently made, great intonation, good ergonomics, superb tone. I am completely satisfied."
"Very smooth action on the keys and lovely tone."
"A lovely instrument, the action is phenomenal and the tone is awesome."
"A wonderful instrument with a great sound and response. I have been playing Selmer ref. 54 for many years, but I think this sax is much better."
"Wonderful tone, very reliable and versatile. Love it!"
"Exceptional build quality, intonation, and tuning. Keywork layout will take a little getting used to after playing a Yamaha YTS-62, which incidentally feels far lighter and with less 'physical presence'. Yanagisawa's reputation for quality is confirmed, now that I am finally able to own one of it's products!"
"it's an amazing piece of engineering love the sound it makes,my only problem at the moment is my left hand pinkie covering the keys ?"
"Very Cool, Plays like silk, best engineered sax on the market & bronze has that slight darkness to the sound"
"Its Fantastic!"
"El sonido es perfecto para mi gusto, oscuro,afinadisimas todas las notas, la ergonomía perfecta."
"Lovely instrument with a fabulous sound and a joy to play."
"Fantastic quality, lovely warm sound, great response in all registers"
"I fell in love with the amazing tone. "