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Yes. Every price on Northgate Music Co. includes UK VAT at 20%, and a full VAT invoice is emailed with your dispatch confirmation. There are no import duties or handling fees on UK orders.

Has the instrument been leak-tested?

Yes — every wind and brass instrument goes through a full pad leak test and key regulation on our bench before it is packed, so it plays evenly from the first note.

What happens if I don't get on with it?

You have 30 days from delivery to return it for a full refund. We email you a free UK return label, and refunds are processed to your original payment method within 5 working days of the item arriving back with us.

What warranty cover is included?

Two years parts and labour against manufacturing defects, on top of your statutory rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015. Consumables such as strings, reeds, heads and batteries are covered for 90 days.

Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone - Bronze — view 1

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Brand

Yanagisawa

Type

Alto Saxophone

Yanagisawa

Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone - Bronze

Name: Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone - Bronze
Brand: Yanagisawa
SKU: NGM-1406F2A8
Price: 1926.34 GBP
Availability: InStock

SKU: NGM-1406F2A8Brand: Yanagisawa

£1,926.34Inc. VAT

Or around £160.53 a month over 12 months — spread the cost at checkout where eligible.

Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone - Bronze: Elevate Your Sound Explore the sublime world of professional saxophones with the Yanagisawa AWO2 available at Irvine Art and Music. Crafted with an artful fusion of innovation, precision, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship, the AWO2 stands…

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What we do before it ships

Full leak test on every pad before dispatch
Body and keywork cleaned and polished
Corks and felts inspected, replaced where needed
Mouthpiece and ligature fit checked
Key action regulated for a quiet, even feel

Ensembles & bandsGrade examsOrchestral workSolo practice

Free insured UK delivery
30-day free returns
2-year Northgate warranty
Workshop set-up included

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01 — Full details

Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone - Bronze: Elevate Your Sound

Explore the sublime world of professional saxophones with the Yanagisawa AWO2 available at Irvine Art and Music. Crafted with an artful fusion of innovation, precision, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship, the AWO2 stands as a testament to Yanagisawa's dedication to creating exceptional instruments for discerning players. Designed to meet the highest standards of professional musicians, this saxophone delivers impeccable playability, unparalleled tonal richness, and a myriad of features that foster your artistic expression.

Masterful Construction and Design The AWO2 exhibits a flawless blend of innovation and tradition. Its single-post-to-body construction ensures swift response, lightness, and less initial resistance compared to heavier saxophones, offering immediate resonance and effortless playability. The hand-engraved bell, crafted with meticulous detail, adds an elegant touch to the instrument's allure.

Superior Performance and Versatility Yanagisawa's commitment to innovation is evident in the AWO2's advanced mechanisms. Experience the convenience of the Fluororesin-sleeved octave rocker and the innovative seesaw linkage between the C# and Bb table keys, providing smoother, faster fingering technique. With the adjustable vibration-damping bar and precision pivot screws, this saxophone delivers enhanced stability, reliable action, and extended service life.

Beautifully Crafted for the Professional Artist The AWO2's design doesn't just stop at functionality; it’s meticulously crafted for comfort and beauty. Genuine mother-of-pearl key touches offer a natural, moisture-wicking feel, ensuring comfort during extended performances. Yanagisawa's exclusive tri-point bell-bow brace enriches resonance even during powerful performances, while the metal thumb hook and rest optimize tonal balance and response.

A Tradition of Excellence: Handcrafted in Japan Handcrafted in Tokyo, Japan, by the esteemed Yanagisawa Wind Instrument Company, the AWO2 embodies over a century of Japanese artistry and dedication to creating professional-grade saxophones. Each instrument surpasses the expectations of the most demanding players, blending time-honored craftsmanship with cutting-edge design, ensuring an unmatched level of quality and performance.

Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone Features:

Single-post-to-body construction for responsive playability
Bronze body tubing with exquisite hand engraving
Overslung octave mechanism for seamless fingering
Fluororesin-sleeved octave rocker for reliable action
Seesaw linkage between C# and Bb keys for faster fingering
Adjustable vibration-damping bar for stability
Genuine mother-of-pearl key touches for comfort and moisture absorption
Pointed pivot screws for precision and reliability
Metal thumb hook and rest for enhanced resonance and balance
Tri-point bell-bow brace for enriched resonance
Sealed, waterproof pads for longevity
Blue-steel needle springs for fast action
Includes ebonite mouthpiece and case

Discover the excellence of the Yanagisawa AWO2 Professional Alto Saxophone, meticulously crafted to elevate your performance and artistic expression, available at Irvine Art and Music.

Tech Specs

Key:Eb
Level:Professional
Finish:Clear Lacquer
Auxillary Keys:High F#
Body:Bronze
Body Material:Bronze
Neck Material:Bronze
Bell Decoration:Engraved
Key Buttons:Mother-of-pearl with Yellow Brass Keys
Pads:Sealed
Mouthpiece:Ebonite
Thumb Hook:Metal
Thumb Rest:Metal
Case/Gig Bag:Hardshell Case
Manufacturer Part Number: AW02

02 — From order to doorstep

Order placed

Confirmation email with your reference lands within a minute.

Workshop check

Bench inspection and set-up, usually the same working day.

Packed & dispatched

Double-boxed and handed to the courier with tracking.

Delivered

Free insured delivery, 1–3 working days across mainland UK.

03 — Buying with confidence

Bought from a UK company

Northgate Music Co. is a UK-registered retailer. Every order is invoiced with VAT and covered by UK consumer law.

30-day returns

Change your mind within 30 days of delivery and we arrange a free return collection, then refund to your original payment method.

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We invite customers to review 14 days after delivery. Ratings appear here once verified purchasers have left them — we never publish placeholder scores.

04 — Questions about this product

Yes — we hold 12 in UK stock. Orders placed before 14:00 on a working day are picked the same day and dispatched with free insured tracked delivery, arriving in 1–3 working days.

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