Yanagisawa S-WO20 Elite Soprano Sax

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Yanagisawa S-WO20 Elite Soprano Sax

Yanagisawa

S-WO20 Elite Soprano Sax

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 421039
Model: S-WO20 Elite Soprano Sax
Price: $6,136.90

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The S-WO20 Elite is a truly premium soprano – Yanagisawa’s build quality shines. The bronze body delivers a warmth you won’t find in typical stainless steel sopranos, and the keywork feels incredibly precise. This is a top-tier instrument ideal for serious jazz and classical players seeking a refined and expressive sound.

Product Description

  • Yanagisawa S-WO20 Elite Soprano Saxophone
  • Soprano Saxophone
  • Elite model
  • Bronze body
  • Brass keys
  • Neck: straight and curved
  • detachable
  • High F# key
  • High G key
  • C#/Bb and B/C# tilter
  • Ribbed body: Mechanisms are connected to posts/rib plates that are attached to the body
  • Pads with metal resonators
  • Hand engraving on the bell
  • Finish: Clear lacquer
  • Weight: 1.5 kg
  • Includes a mouthpiece
  • carrying strap and a case that includes backpack straps and an external compartment
PROS
  • • Exceptional intonation across the full range, a Yanagisawa hallmark.
  • • The bronze body provides a warm, complex tonal palette.
  • • Brass keywork offers a responsive, refined feel and quick action.
  • • Ribbed body construction enhances resonance and overall projection.
CONS
  • • The 1.5 kg weight can be fatiguing for extended performance.
  • • The clear lacquer finish, while beautiful, is susceptible to wear and tear.
  • • The included mouthpiece is adequate, but a serious player will likely upgrade.

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Key Features

Body Shape Straight/Curved (detachable)
Material Bronze body, Brass keys
Keywork Brass, High F# & G keys, tilters
Finish Clear lacquer
Mouthpiece Yanagisawa standard mouthpiece
Weight 1.5 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ribs help distribute vibrations more evenly, leading to a richer, more resonant tone and improved projection – it’s a noticeable upgrade.
Yes, the neck is detachable, allowing for switching. The curved neck tends to offer a slightly more focused, direct sound, while the straight neck can feel more open and free-blowing.
The S-WO20’s intonation is consistently superb, often requiring less adjustment than competing models; it's a testament to Yanagisawa’s meticulous engineering.

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