Yamaha YOB-441IIT Intermediate Oboe - Grenadilla

From Yamaha:

"The globally popular 441 series has been renewed with additional keys and features to increase comfortability in performance. One addition is the third octave key as indicated by the new series name "441T." This improvement enables players to perform without stress or difficulty.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Grenadilla wood is used for the body and the bell, which will produce a warm and pure sound which is unique to the oboe.

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."