yamaha one of the largest producers of musical instruments in the world, has recently won japan’s 2017 GOOD DESIGN grand award with its latest innovative and casual wind instrument. although the saxophone has been around for centuries and is built of many complex parts, venova‘s  branched pipe structure and meandering shape produces a similar tone from a compact portable form with few keys.

the instrument measures 460mm and weighs 180g
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yamaha‘s venova is made of light, tough, washable ABS resin and offers a feel and tone that satisfies even the most advanced musicians. the instrument is played like a recorder which makes learning it very simple for people of all ages. venova lets you blast powerful notes or produce beautiful soft melodies, offering a rich range of musical expression. as versatile as the performer, it’s great for any type of music.[…]

Source: yamaha’s revamped compact saxophone wins 2017 japan GOOD DESIGN grand award