Yamaha YAS480 Intermediate Alto & Tenor Saxophones
Designed to make the transition from student to advanced playing smooth and enjoyable, the Yamaha YAS-480 (Alto) and YTS-480 (Tenor) saxophones offer enhanced features, improved sound, and greater flexibilityall while maintaining Yamahas legendary reliability and craftsmanship.
Key Features
Step-Up Design
Perfect for advancing players, the 480 Series offers slightly more resistance and a richer, more authoritative tone than entry-level modelswithout sacrificing ease of play.
Elegant Hand Engraving
Each saxophone features a beautifully hand-engraved bell, adding a professional and stylish touch.
Custom Neck Compatibility
The redesigned octave key system (borrowed from Yamahas 62 Series) allows you to swap in Yamaha Custom Z or Custom EX necks for personalised performanceideal for players looking to grow with their instrument.
Improved Low BC# Mechanism
An enhanced linkage between the low B and C# keys ensures smooth, reliable action and clearer tone in the lower register.
62-Style Neck
Modelled after Yamaha's renowned 62 Series, this neck provides improved tone and faster responseideal for expressive playing.
Separate Key Guards
Professional-style, adjustable key guards offer easier maintenance and more precise regulation.
Left-Hand Seesaw Key
Designed for better ergonomics, this key improves comfort and control during complex passages.
Additional Details
Finish: Gold lacquer
Key: Eb
Auxiliary Keys: High F#, Front F
Key Button Material: Durable polyester
Thumb Hook: Adjustable for a custom fit
Included Accessories
Mouthpiece: Yamaha AS-4C (Alto)
Case: Lightweight, protective hard case
