YOB-441AT Intermediate Oboe

Improved playability from the new keys, cork pads and a strap ring

Newly designed bell with a resonance key

Newly designed bell with a resonance key

The bell bore has been redesigned to improve the intonation of the middle range. In addition, the Low-Bb resonance key improves the intonation of the low-Bb.

Third octave key

Third octave key

Adding a third octave key stabilizes both the articulation and the intonation in the third octave.

Low B-C# trill key

Low B-C# trill key

A low B-C# trill can be easily performed, just by opening and pressing down the B key while holding the C# key.

All cork pads

All cork pads

All the pads are made of cork. This reduces pad noise.

Strap ring

Strap ring

The thumbrest has a strap ring. Using a strap improves playability by reducing pressure on the right-hand thumb which can put extra on the shoulder and the neck.

ABS resin body enhances durability

ABS resin body enhances durability

The entire body is ABS-resin (a plastic). This enhances both portability and durability, and benefits those who play in various weather conditions. And those who live in areas with very dry humidity.