The YAS-480 alto saxophone is one step ahead. With a little more resistance, it has an authoritative sound, but a great flexibility due to the separated key guards.
The Yamaha YAS-480 succeeds its incredibly popular predecessor, the YAS-475. Based on the YAS-475 saxophone, the YAS-480 is even further enhanced with a new low B-C# connection for better adjustment and a new octave system from the 62 series that facilitates the use of custom necks. This means you can alter the sound of the YAS-480 by changing the neck to a custom Yamaha model.
Features:
- Compatible with Custom Yamaha necks – The redesigned octave key system gives players the flexibility to choose between the included 62-style neck and those designed for the Custom Z and Custom EX Yamaha saxophones (sold separately)
- Improved Low B-C# connection – 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.
- Hand engraving – A hand-engraved pattern on the bell adds an extra touch of class.
- Neck – The 62-style neck has been designed for improved tone and response.
- Key guard – The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.
- Left-hand seesaw key – The left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel.
- The Yamaha YAS-480 is an excellent step up from a student alto saxophone and is more than capable of allowing you to reach all grades.
Specifications:
Brass body and keywork
Gold lacquer finish
Neck compatible with pro models
Octave key system as 62 series
Top F# key
Tear-drop front F mechanism
Hand engraved bell
Polyester key buttons
Tapered pivot screw with nylon head
Adjustable plastic thumb hook
Included Accessories
AS-4C mouthpiece
Yamaha ligature
Yamaha metal mouthpiece cap
Neck sling
Polishing cloth
Cork grease
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