Yanagisawa B-WO10 Baritone Sax
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Yanagisawa
B-WO10 Baritone Sax
Product Info
Article Number:
448695
Brand:
Yanagisawa
Model:
B-WO10 Baritone Sax
Category:
Baritone Saxophones
Price:
$9,843.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Yanagisawa B-WO10 is a truly elite baritone sax. It’s built for serious players—jazz soloists, orchestral musicians—who demand the best possible response, intonation, and tonal complexity. The build quality is simply superb, and it's a joy to play.
Product Description
- Yanagisawa B-WO10 Baritone Saxophone
- Baritone Saxophone
- Elite model
- Brass body
- Brass keys
- High F# key
- Low A key
- C#/Bb and H/C# tilters
- Double arms on the low keys
- Bell and bow attached by screws
- Hand engraving on the bell
- Gold lacquer finish
- Includes case and mouthpiece
PROS
- • Exceptional intonation across the full range, even in the low register.
- • The brass body provides a warm, resonant core tone, ideal for jazz.
- • Precision-engineered keywork ensures lightning-fast response and minimal resistance.
- • Hand engraving on the bell adds a touch of undeniable artisan quality and visual appeal.
CONS
- • The substantial weight can be fatiguing for players with smaller builds.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most musicians.
- • The gold lacquer finish, while beautiful, requires diligent care to prevent tarnishing.
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Key Features
Material
Yellow brass body and keys
Keywork
Roller-barrel mechanism, durable nickel-silver alloy
Finish
Gold lacquer
Low A Key
Standard inclusion for extended range
Mouchpiece
Not specified, typically ships with a Yanagisawa mouthpiece of intermediate quality.
Weight
Approximately 13 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Yanagisawa offers a noticeably warmer, more complex tone and often better intonation, but the Yamaha is generally considered more durable for gigging and a bit more versatile.
The engraving itself doesn't dramatically alter the sound, but the meticulous attention to detail in its execution speaks to the overall quality and craftsmanship, which subtly impacts resonance.
Regular polishing with a soft cloth is essential to prevent tarnish; avoid harsh chemicals and store it in a case with moisture control to prolong the finish's luster.
