| The spirit to always seek "a satisfactory tone" and always be one step ahead with an "ease in use" is evident in the making of each individual part and its own distinctive system.
Technology and superlative functions have been developed from the player's viewpoint.
Compare and digest the specifications explained for each model. |
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Adjustable front F key
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The side F key is operated from the front, expanding the ability to produce the flageolet sound.
The opening of the F key is able to be adjusted individually, so that the optimum point can be easily found.
(Photo:A-901) |
The teflon inner octave system
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Both the ends of the octave key axis are in a ball shape and teflon is inserted in both receptacles of the ends to eliminate any looseness and ensure smooth operation.
(Photo:A-9930) |
C#-Bb connected table key
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The C# key and Bb key have adopted a seesaw system to make a speedy but smooth finger travelling possible.
(Photo:A-901) |
C#-Bb & C#-B double connected table key
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C# - Bb keys are connected with a seesaw system between the C# - B, and a smooth connected motion has been achieved as a unique system of our own.
(Photo:A-991) |
Round surface octave key
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The surface of the octave key has been rounded to fit the finger shape and movement to achieve a smooth touch.
(Photo:A-9930) |
White shell lined indented keys
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Keys are lined with white indented shell to enhance their beauty and the natural touch from finger fitted shapes of the keys.
The keys also prevent finger slippage from perspiration. |
Seat of one left hand side key
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Post is erected on one long seat and a stand-alone key is arranged.
Steady sound is obtained in the middle ranges, and moreover, the stability of a good sound is gained.
(Photo:A-991) |
One key column long seat
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Functioning in favor of the shock-proof nature of the pipe.
(Photo:A-991) |
Goldplated thumb hook & rest
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Mounted with only four small points actually making contact with the body, the thumb hook has virtually no effect on the resonance of the instrument and the thumb rest, made of brass, permits a more consistent tonal range.
(Model 901, 902, 981 and 991 lacquered)
(Photo:A-991)
(Patent No. 3033897) |
Pointed pivot screw
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A precise and highly reliable pointed pivot screw is employed.
Maintains center arms steady and achieves a very high precision action. |
Air tight waterproof pad
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Completely air-tight pad allows a stable playing without loss of breath.
Waterproof Pad extends its life. |
Metal reflector
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Metal reflectors make the tone clear and give an excellent playing response from pianissimo to fortissimo. |
Needle spring
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Steel spring is more resilient than stainless.
Quick on the startup, it accommodates the highly dexterous playing needed for difficult passages. |
Double arm key
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Two separate arms combine their strength to prevent twisting or distortion of the cup. Durability is also improved.
(Photo:A-9930) |
Tri-point balanced bell brace
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The bell and the body are firmly positioned by a tri-point balanced brace to achieve a strong resilience that ensures a firm resonance even when fortissimo is sought.
(Photo:A-991) |
Sway-free F-auxiliary key mechanism
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This system prevents the resonance of the right hand balance key when playing low notes.
Makes possible the playing of stabilized low notes.
(Photo:A-901)
(Patent No. 2545683) |
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