Yanagisawa A901B Outfit
Adjustable front F key. The side F key is operated from the front, expanding the ability to produce the flageolet sound. The opening of the F key can be adjusted individually, so that the optimum point can be easily found.
The teflon inner octave system Both ends of the octave key axis are in a ball shape and teflon is inserted in both receptacles of the ends to eliminate any looseness and ensure smooth operation
C#-Bf connected table key The C# and Bf key have adopted a seesaw system to enable speedy but smooth finger travelling.
C#-Bf & C#-B double connected table key C#-Bf keys are connected with a seesaw system between the C#-B, and a smooth connected motion is a system unique to Yanagisawa. (991, 992 and 993 series)
Round surface octave key.The surface of the octave key has been rounded to fit the finger shape
and movement to achieve a smooth touch.
White shell lined indented keys. Keys are lined with indented white shell to enhance their beauty and
the natural touch from finger fitted shapes of the keys. The keys also prevent finger slippage from perspiration.
Adjustable Low C# balance stopper
Low B, Bf, (A in the case of Baritone) prevent floating of the Low C# key while playing. Use of the adjustment screw also makes possible appropriate adjustments.
Single Unit Seat (Base)
A post on the long seat (base) supports an independent key. It gives a solid sounding medium range whilst still maintaining excellent note stability.(991, 992 and 993 series)
Gold plated thumb hook & rest Mounted with only four small points actually making contact with the body, the thumb hook has virtually no effect on the resonance of the instrument
The thumb rest,made of brass, permits a more consistent tonal range.
Pointed pivot screw A precise and highly reliable pointed pivot screw is employed. Maintains centre arms steady and achieves a very high precision action.
Airtight waterproof pad Completely airtight pad allows stable playing without loss of breath. Waterproof pad extends its life. Metal reflector - Metal reflectors make the tone clear and give an excellent playing response from pianissimo to fortissimo.
Needle spring Steel spring is more resilient than stainless. Quick on the startup, it accommodates the highly dexterous playing needed for difficult passages.
Double arm key Two separate arms combine their
strength to prevent twisting or distortion of the cup. Durability is alsoimproved. (991, 992 and 993 series)
Tri-point balanced bell brace. The bell and body are firmly positioned by a tri-point balanced brace to achieve a strong resilience that ensures a firm resonance even when fortissimo is sought.
Sway-free F-auxiliary key mechanism This system prevents the resonance of the right hand balance key when playing low notes. Makes the playing of stabilised low notes possible.
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