YOB-441IIMT Intermediate Oboe
Increased versatility to match the musician's needs
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 thumb rest has a strap ring. Using a strap improves playability by reducing pressure on the right-hand thumb which can put extra strain on the shoulder and the neck.
Easy assembly reduces the risk of instrument damage
Easy assembly reduces the risk of instrument damage
When assembling wooden instruments, extra care is needed between the upper and lower joints as too much pressure can cause damage. By reinforcing the sections with a metal tenon and receiver, it is easier to assemble the instrument.
Duet+ upper joint
Insert molding improves durability and resonance of wooden bodies
Insert molding improves durability and resonance of wooden bodies
Using patented technology, the injection-molded inner bore is designed to resist cracking while stabilizing the bore for improved consistency and durability. The upper joint is drilled slightly larger around the bore and toneholes. Thermoplastic ABS resin is injected into the cavity, forming an ideal inner bore. It preserves as much as 90% of the wooden material, and its appearance looks the same as conventional all-wooden models.
Resin-molded toneholes
Resin-molded toneholes
Upper joint toneholes (except for the octave vents) are molded simultaneously with the resin bore.
