Yanagisawa
Japan, est. 1946 · 24 products across 1 categories
About Yanagisawa
Yanagisawa is a revered Japanese saxophone manufacturer renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship, meticulous attention to detail, and consistently superior tonal quality. Established after World War II, the company initially produced trumpets before focusing solely on saxophones, quickly earning a reputation among professionals for instruments that offer unparalleled playability and a rich, resonant voice. Yanagisawa instruments are highly sought after by serious musicians worldwide.
- • Exceptional intonation across the entire range
- • Remarkable responsiveness and dynamic range
- • Robust, durable construction for longevity
- • Unmatched keywork feel and ergonomics
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment
- • Limited availability outside of specialist retailers
- • Can be perceived as somewhat conservative in design
- • Requires experienced technician for optimal upkeep
Yanagisawa Products
Yanagisawa A-WO30 Elite Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa S-WO3 Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa B-WO10 Baritone Sax
Baritone Saxophones
Yanagisawa S-WO10 Elite Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa S-WO2 Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa S-WO1 Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO20 Elite Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa A-WO20 Elite Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa A-WO2 Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa A-WO10 Elite Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa A-WO1 Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO35 Elite Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa B-WO20 Baritone Sax
Baritone Saxophones
Yanagisawa B-WO2 Baritone Sax
Baritone Saxophones
Yanagisawa B-WO1 Baritone Sax
Baritone Saxophones
Yanagisawa SC-WO20 Curved Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa SC-WO10 Curved Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa S-WO20 Elite Soprano Sax
Soprano Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO30 Elite Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO10 Elite Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO2 Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa T-WO1 Tenor Sax
Tenor Saxophones
Yanagisawa A-WO33 Elite Alto Sax
Alto Saxophones
Yanagisawa SN-981 Sopranino Sax
Other Saxophones
Frequently Asked Questions About Yanagisawa
Yanagisawa saxophones are meticulously handcrafted in Sakai, Japan, a region known for its traditional metalworking techniques and high-quality manufacturing.
Yanagisawa's dedication to hand-hammered resonators, precise keywork adjustments, and a focus on tonal purity sets them apart, resulting in a uniquely responsive and resonant instrument.
While incredibly durable, Yanagisawa saxophones, like all high-end instruments, benefit from regular servicing by a qualified technician to maintain optimal performance.
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