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by markalan
(2 posts)
19 years ago

Yani bronze alto

Has anyone played one of the bronze Yani altos? If so, what is your opinion? What set-up do you like with it?

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  2. by The_MarkVI
    (80 posts)
    19 years ago

    Re: Yani bronze alto

    I've played one at a convension and only one word can describe it.... DARK. It is only for the PURE classical player. When i tried it, i didnt want my jody jazz concert mouthpiece stolen, so i used a ordinary selmer C*

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    1. by markalan
      (2 posts)
      19 years ago

      Re: Yani bronze alto

      MarkVI, thanks for the post. DARK....is good, to my taste. Do you have any other remarks about the quality of the sound? I saw a write-up on somebody's (forgot who's) website claiming a likeness to vintage sax sound. My mom (wise lady) taught me long ago to be skeptical of claims made by folks who are trying to sell you something. I wonder what you or others might have to say about that.

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      1. by johnsonfromwisconsin
        (767 posts)
        19 years ago

        Re: Yani bronze alto

        here is a review of the Bronze 992 Alto: www.shwoodwind.co.uk/Buying/Yanagisawa_992_alto.htm personally, I find all Yanagisawas very responsive and tonally neutral. Some say they lack "character", others say they let you add their own. I play an old 880 for Concert and Classical and it doesn't get much better.

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    2. by Cannon
      (23 posts)
      19 years ago

      Re: Yani bronze alto

      Can someone explain the difference different building materials like copper and sterling silver affect the sound?

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      1. by stray dog
        (16 posts)
        19 years ago

        Re: Yani bronze alto

        Played one Sunday, selmer Larry Teal, Rovner dark, van doren 2 1/2, most beautiful sound I have ever made. Gave me chills up my spine and brought tears to my eyes. I want one!

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