YOB-441AT Intermediate Oboe
Increased versatility to match the musician's needs
Improved playability from the new keys, cork pads and a strap ring
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
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.