YOB-441T 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
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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
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Third octave key
Adding a third octave key stabilizes both the articulation and the intonation in the third octave.
Low B-C# trill key
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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](/en/files/cork-pad_48f342f9dcc6a1323ad81ab874312f21.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
All cork pads
All the pads are made of cork. This reduces pad noise.
Strap ring
![Strap ring](/en/files/strap-ring_b0771f6383d748137e1b83712d81b5de.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
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.
Wooden body
Grenadilla wood is used for the body and the bell, which will produce a warm and pure sound which is unique to the oboe.
Easy assembly reduces the risk of instrument damage
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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.