The Yamaha YTS-480 Intermediate Bb Tenor Saxophone, influenced by high-end models, offers accurate intonation, a warm tone, and quick response. Lightweight yet durable, it features a 62-style neck, improved low B-C# mechanism, and hand-engraved bell. The redesigned octave key system allows for neck flexibility. The left-hand seesaw key and adjustable key guards enhance playability. Ideal for advancing students, the YTS-480 combines professional features with great playability, making it suitable for both beginners and seasoned players. Warm Tone The YTS-480 is designed to produce a warm, rich tone, influenced by high-end Yamaha saxophones, making it suitable for various musical genres and performance settings. Quick Response The professional-quality 62-style neck and redesigned octave key system ensure a quick and responsive performance, allowing players to produce sound effortlessly and with greater control. Hand Engraving A hand-engraved pattern on the bell adds an extra touch of elegance and personalization, enhancing the instrument’s aesthetic appeal and making it a cherished possession for musicians. Neck Compatibility The redesigned octave key system allows flexibility with the included 62-style neck and other Yamaha Custom necks, providing players with options to tailor their instrument to their preferred playing style and tonal quality. Main Features Delivers a mature sound with improved tone and response. Ensures consistent closing of the low C# key for clear low-range response. Adds elegance and a unique touch to the instrument. Offers flexibility with the included 62-style neck and compatibility with Custom Z and Custom EX Yamaha necks. Specifications Level: Intermediate Key of: Bb Neck: Annealed, original 62 design Neck Material: Yellow Brass Body Material: Yellow Brass Bell: Yellow Brass Key Material: Yellow Brass Key Buttons: Polyester Finish: Gold baked epoxy lacquer Tone Holes: Drawn Auxiliary Keys: Front F; High F# key Mouthpiece: Yamaha 4C Mouthpiece Cap: Plastic Ligature: Yellow Brass; Clear Lacquer Spring Type: Stainless Steel Pad Type: Waterproof leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters Bell Decoration: Stamped Thumb Hook: Adjustable Plastic Pivot Screw: Tapered with head and nylon lock (adjustable) Mounting: Post on body
