Is Yanagisawa a good saxophone brand?

Is Yanagisawa a good saxophone brand?

Yanagisawa has always been known for their craftsmanship, reliability and value. They are among the best saxophones in the world and are also the best BUILT saxophones in the world having perfected the art of manufacturing a saxophone by providing unparalleled consistency.

How do you expand the cork on a saxophone neck?

Three tips: 1) use contact cement and use it properly, 2) use real cork, not a synthetic that’s designed for keywork, and 3) wrap some tape around the end of the sax neck next to the corked area before you start sanding to protect the finish.

Are saxophone necks interchangeable?

All necks and saxes are interchangeable – given sufficiently great force. 😈 Not all combinations will work.

How much does it cost to recondition a saxophone?

Mechanical Overhaul for Student Model Instruments*

Where are Yanagisawa saxophones made?

Japan
Yanagisawa saxophones are handmade in Japan and are some of the finest saxophones ever to be built. However, as they are a specialty sax maker, they rely on specialty sax shops to get customers to experience the awesomeness of their saxophones.

How much does it cost to replace a cork on a sax?

Individual Services for Saxophone:

How do I increase the size of my cork?

Place the cork into an oven or microwave oven and set a dish of water next to it. If you use a microwave oven, heat the cork in increments of 10 seconds or less to retain control over expansion. Alternatively, place the cork on a steam rack above a pot of boiling water on a stove for 10 to 30 minutes.

What does the neck of the saxophone do?

The saxophone neck, sometimes known as the crook, is a removable part of a saxophone that creates a conduit of air from the mouthpiece to the body of the saxophone. All saxophone bodies are built with a matching neck for use, but it is also possible to mix and match different necks to achieve different sound qualities.

How much does it cost to replace a cork on a saxophone?

How much is an overhaul for a tenor saxophone?

Complete overhaul (no lacquer) is done by estimate only. *For horns over 30 years old add $70.00….Saxophone Repair.

Does Conn Selmer own Yanagisawa?

In the United States, Yanagisawa products are commercialized and distributed by Conn-Selmer, a subsidiary of Steinway Musical Instruments.