New Yanagisawa S901 vs used S991 Elimona

Karlis: I own three Yanagisawa sopranos . . . S992 (like the S991 but made of bronze), an SC902 (curved in bronze), and an S901 (lacquered brass). They are so similar that I'd be hard-pressed to write anything about how they differ. I've also owned an SC901 (lacquered brass version of the curved bronze) and earlier models of their straight sopranos. If you've had a chance to play both, then you can answer your own question. But if you are buying sight unseen, then I'd go for the least expensive. One thing though - the S991 should have two necks, so if you prefer the curved neck, that makes your decision. But if you like straight necks on straight sopranos (like I do), the choice is too difficult to define. DAVE

Let price make your choice. For an older Yanagisawa, pad-condition and regulation could be an issue, but once put right, an older Yanagisawa should be every bit as good as a new one. The only difference between the S901 and the S991 is the removable neck. Side by side, they are the same. DAVE

You are welcome. Now, do what you need to do and report back with what you did, how you did it, why you did it, and the end result. DAVE

Congrats. Looking forward to the review. DAVE