Yanagisawa SWO1 Soprano Saxophone - Lacquered Brass

The Yanagisawa SWO1 is a professional soprano saxophone in the WO Series, designed for advancing and professional players seeking precision, clarity, and consistent performance. Crafted in Japan, the SWO1 delivers excellent projection, accurate intonation, and a focused, warm tone across all registers.

Lacquered Brass Construction

The SWO1 features a brass body and neck, finished in clear lacquer for durability and a refined appearance. Brass provides a bright, focused tonal character with clarity and projection, while the lacquer preserves the instrument’s finish and supports consistent resonance.

Precision Japanese Engineering

Yanagisawa’s meticulous engineering ensures smooth, responsive keywork and precise regulation. Hand-fitted components reduce lost motion and optimise airflow, while blue steel springs deliver crisp, responsive articulation for expressive control across all registers.

Advanced Bore & Tonehole Design

Drawn toneholes and a carefully designed bore enhance intonation, resonance, and pad sealing, delivering:

• Stable and accurate tuning throughout the range
• Immediate, centred low register response
• Clear, projecting upper register
• Balanced resistance for dynamic and expressive control

These features enable reliable performance in solo, ensemble, and recording contexts.

Professional Specifications

• Professional WO Series soprano saxophone
• Lacquered brass body and neck
• Hand-engraved bell
• Metal resonators
• Blue steel springs
• Supplied in a premium hard case
• Tonal Character

The SWO1 produces a clear, warm, and harmonically balanced tone with excellent projection. Its brass construction offers a versatile tonal palette suitable for classical, jazz, and contemporary repertoire, making it an ideal choice for advancing and professional soprano saxophonists.

For performers seeking a reliable professional soprano saxophone with precision Japanese craftsmanship, the Yanagisawa SWO1 is a highly respected model within the WO Series.