For sale we have this Yanagisawa TW020U unlacquered tenor saxophone. This is a professional level instrument and has an amazing sound. This particular instrument has been out of the shop on approval with a customer. They decided on the lacquered model instead and returned this instrument. I cannot sell it as new, but to be honest it is brand new, with no scratches or dents on it. Being unlacquered, it already has some patina marks on it. This is entirely normal for this instrument. If you want an instrument that remains nice and shiny then please do not buy this instrument. It will go dull quite quickly as there is no lacquer protection on the brass, which will give this very cool vintage look!
The low price reflects the fact it has been on approval once, so grab yourself a bargain!SPECIFICATIONS
The TWO20U has an even stronger tonal core thanks to a re-engineered bore and tone holes, plus many upgraded feature such as: Front F Key A new redesigned front F key for a better feel. Right Side Key Additional feet under the right side key levers (B, C and high E) for a better touch. Right Pinky Key New pinky key angle for smoother fingering. New Engraving Exquisite new hand engraving. New Neck Plate An additional neck plate for tightening the sound. Palm Key plate New palm key plate for added high range resonance, acoustic depth and projection across all register, and exceptional tonal stability. Teflon octave system Both ends of the octave key axis rotate in a receptacle that is coated with teflon to insure a smooth operation every time Rocking table mechanism The C# and Bb keys have a rocking table mechanism that allows for optimal speed and fluidity between these pitches F-auxiliary key mechanism Insures a proper seal of the pads when playing in the low range of the saxophone "Indented" white shell keys A player's fingers will rest comfortably in the indented white shell keys. The white shells also enhance the beauty of the instrument while also preventing the player's fingers from slipping during technical passages Pointed pivot screw The pivot screws that are used have a pointed end which facilitates an accurate center and precise action Air-tight waterproof pad The pads are completely air-tight which supports stability in playing and their life is extended thanks to being waterproof Blue steel springs Blue steel springs give the player quick response and are more resilient than stainless steel (they also last much longer) Tri-point balanced bell brace The bell and the body of the saxophone are securely connected by a tri-point balanced bell brace • Material: Bronze • Finish: Unlacquered • Key Touches: White mother of pearl • Neck: Yanagisawa • Engraving: Hand engraved • Case: Yanagisawa, rectangular back-pack style • Mouthpiece: Yanagisawa Ebonite 7CR • Made in: Japan