Yamaha YAS-480S Intermediate EB Alto Saxophone (YAS480S YAS 480S)

Yamaha YAS-480S Intermediate EB Alto  Saxophone (YAS480S YAS 480S)

Like all Yamaha saxes the 480 is an extremely well designed and hugely playable horn. It’s medium to bright tone, together with slick keywork and a very freeblowing response makes this a smooth and satisfying instrument to work with; easy enough for a raw beginner but offering enough depth and versatility for the more seasoned user.

The brass body is left unlacquered and plated with beautiful bright silver plating. The lack of lacquer does mean occasional cleaning with a silver cloth is required in order to maintain the finish. However, the added layer of resonant precious metal gives more projection and a wonderful extra dimension to the sound.