Yamaha YAS-480 Alto Saxophone
$27.24
$46.31
Description The Yamaha YAS-480 Alto Saxophone is an intermediate model in the Yamaha saxophone range. Based on the well known YAS-475, the YAS-480 saxophone features an improved low B-C# connection for better adjustment while the new octave key system (copied from the YAS62 Series) facilitates the use of custom necks. The Yamaha YAS480 Alto Saxophone is an excellent step-up instrument for players progressing well into the grades and especially recommended for players who don’t intend to make a career of music but want an outstanding quality playing experience to enhance their enjoyment. It offers a bit more resistance than the YAS280 giving it an authoritative sound and a great flexibility, as well as excellent intonation. The upgrade on this saxophone is the Yamaha YAS-62 Yamaha YAS-480 Alto Saxophone features: A hand-engraved pattern on the bell adds an extra touch of class The redesigned octave key system gives players the flexibility on choice of necks An improved mechanism from low B-C# ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument The 62-style neck has been designed for improved tone and response. The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments. The left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel. 4C mouthpiece Quality backpack style case Two year warranty Why buy the Yamaha YAS-480 Alto Saxophone from Heritage Music ? We do not ship boxes! Prior to dispatch all instruments are stringently checked and played in our on-site workshop to ensure a quality final set up. This ensures the instrument is playing perfectly. We also offer a full, free service during the first 12 months if the instrument is returned to us.
Alto Saxophone – Instruments