For Us*a-sama [Beautiful Condition] Original Price ¥180,000 J Michael Oboe Semi-Automatic

【Excellent Condition】Original Price ¥170,000 J Michael Oboe

Original Price: ¥187,000
This is an entry-level oboe from J. Michael, known for its affordability.

It shows minimal signs of use and is in relatively beautiful condition.
While officially stated to be made of synthetic wood, this particular instrument has wood grain and may be made of Grenadilla wood.

Despite being an affordable model, it produces a good tone.
Currently, all notes from low to high are playable, but as it is a precision instrument, adjustment is recommended.

The following is quoted from the official product description:

Oboe OB-1500
An oboe with a synthetic wood body, safe for outdoor performances.
This entry-level oboe uses a synthetic wood body that is resistant to cracking. It is lighter than wooden instruments, making it easier for beginner students to hold and handle. It also features a semi-automatic system that makes it easier to produce sound, even for those new to the oboe, with a light blowing resistance. It is ideal for students joining an orchestra or young children who want to start playing the oboe.

Model
OB-1500
Tax-exclusive Price
¥170,000
Tax-inclusive Price
¥187,000
Key
C
System
Semi-automatic
Body
Synthetic Wood
Keys
Silver-plated finish
Set Contents
Wooden case, case cover, reed, accessories

This model was developed with beginners in mind. It inherits the basic design of the higher-end BPOB-T4 model, refined over many years, achieving stable intonation.

Material
The body is made of synthetic wood, which is safe for outdoor use and provides a blowing resistance and tone similar to that of a wooden body. The addition of wood powder creates a mellow tone and appropriate blowing resistance.

System
The most common Conservatory system (French system) with a semi-automatic octave key, offering light blowing resistance that is easy for beginners to play.

Keys
Made of durable nickel silver, which has excellent acoustic vibration characteristics. The keys are silver-plated, producing a rich tone.

Reeds
Fish skin/cork pads. Made by Rigotti, France.

Springs
Uses high-strength, flexible hard steel springs for a good touch.

Case
Comes with a durable wooden case and a convenient carrying case cover. The case cover includes a detachable shoulder strap.