{"product_id":"yanagisawa-bwo2-baritone-saxophone","title":"Yanagisawa BWO2 Baritone Saxophone","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003eYanagisawa BWO2 Baritone Saxophone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Warmth of Bronze, the Precision of Yanagisawa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe BWO2 is where Yanagisawa's legendary baritone craftsmanship meets the distinctive tonal character of bronze. Handcrafted from premium bronze entirely by hand in Japan, it plays flawlessly and sings with robust projection, opulent warmth, and a broad, colorful tonal palette. It is the upgraded successor to the beloved B902 series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYanagisawa is known for leveraging the unique tone qualities of different metals in its saxophone designs, and the mellower sound of bronze is particularly well suited to the tonal range of the baritone saxophone — adding depth and richness to an instrument that already commands every room it enters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eThe Bronze Difference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe BWO2's defining characteristic is its all-bronze construction. The BWO2 features a bronze body, bow, bell, and neck — a material choice that profoundly shapes the instrument's voice. Bronze produces a warmer, darker, and more complex tone with greater depth and color. The effect is a full-bodied sound, while the instrument retains every bit of the precision and reliability that Yanagisawa is known for. As an added bonus, the contrast between the bronze body and brass key-work gives the BWO2 a striking visual character that is all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Response\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe BWO2 has a strong tonal core thanks to a re-engineered bore and tone holes, with a redesigned taper and repositioned tone holes allowing for clearer intonation across the full range. It is free-blowing with a resonant tone, delivering superb performance across all musical genres — from the deepest low A to a commanding high F#.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIts single-post-to-body construction allows the instrument to resonate freely, producing a sound that is open and responsive with excellent projection. For players who favor warmth alongside that characteristic baritone power, the BWO2 delivers it in abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eKey Mechanism \u0026amp; Ergonomics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe BWO2 shares all of the key-work refinements introduced across the WO Series baritone range, each designed to maximize speed, comfort, and consistency on an instrument of this scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Right Hand Pinky Keys:\u003c\/strong\u003e The angle of the right-hand pinky keys has been revised for smoother, more natural fingering in fast passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide Bb \u0026amp; C Key Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional feet have been added beneath the side Bb and C levers, along with mechanical optimizations for producing these notes with greater ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluororesin Octave Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yanagisawa's fluororesin non-stick coating ensures a reliable octave-key action with no stickiness, even after years of heavy playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC# – Bb Rocking Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e The C# and Bb keys feature a rocking table\/seesaw mechanism that allows for optimal speed and fluidity between keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Low A Thumb Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e The low A thumb key has been newly designed for smoother, more comfortable fingering in the instrument's lowest register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSway-Free F-Auxiliary Key:\u003c\/strong\u003e This mechanism ensures a proper seal of the pads when playing in the low range of the saxophone, stabilizing tone production where baritone players need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Shell Key Touches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indented mother-of-pearl key touches provide a natural fit and feel under the hand, and are less slippery than plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Pipe Plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A new plate has been added to the front of the neck pipe, tightening the sound from the middle to high registers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepositioned Strap Ring: \u003c\/strong\u003e The strap ring has been repositioned for a more balanced, comfortable playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNewly Designed Right-Hand Key Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e : An exclusive addition to the baritone range, this guard protects the player during playing and prevents clothing from catching in the mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eConstruction Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Post-to-Body Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Posts are individually soldered directly to the body, resulting in a lighter instrument that resonates more freely for an open, responsive sound with a characteristic edge and projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Steel Springs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue steel springs are more efficient and hold tension more effectively than stainless steel, enhancing key action throughout the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedesigned Upper Bow Brace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e — The upper bow brace has been redesigned for improved structural integrity and resonance throughout the instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTri-Point Balanced Bell Brace:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bell and body are firmly linked by a three-point balanced brace, ensuring structural resilience and focused resonance even when playing fortissimo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Resonators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal resonators are an improvement from the standard plastic, adding clarity to the tone and improving response across the whole dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof Air-Tight Pads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yanagisawa's waterproof pads are airtight, providing complete confidence in the instrument's tonal integrity, while the waterproof material offers a greatly extended pad life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Engraved Bell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each Yanagisawa saxophone is hand-engraved by highly skilled craftsmen, lending the BWO1 a distinctive, artisanal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe BWO2 is ideal for players who want the full power and authority of a professional Yanagisawa baritone, with the added warmth and tonal complexity that only bronze can provide. Players will be find satisfaction in all performance settings thanks to the improved construction and ergonomic key design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf the BWO1 is the benchmark for professional brass baritones, the BWO2 is its soulful, bronze-bodied counterpart — richer and deeper in tone color, and equally uncompromising in build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yanagisawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49287848001778,"sku":"BWO2","price":11319.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/1941\/4002\/files\/yanagisawa-bwo2-bari-sax-image-1.jpg?v=1779987984","url":"https:\/\/www.nyc-woodwinds.com\/products\/yanagisawa-bwo2-baritone-saxophone","provider":"New York City Woodwinds, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}