Yamaha YAS-480 Intermediate Alto Saxophone
- E flat alto saxophone, intermediate model
- Lacquered metal body in clear and gold
- 6 kg listed item weight
- 29.2 x 9.6 x 15.2 inches listed dimensions
- Full manufacturer warranty per the seller, sold brand new
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Yamaha alto aimed at the player moving past a first student horn, sold new with the maker warranty. The listing is thin, so box contents and keywork are not described.
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ASIN: B007G3T7L2Model: YAS-480Category: Saxophones
Overview
Students moving up from a beginner alto get an intermediate Yamaha horn in E flat with a lacquered gold finish. The seller describes a brand new instrument covered by the full manufacturer warranty, but gives no detail on the keywork or what ships with it.
Yamaha positions this alto as the intermediate step for a player who has outgrown a student horn. The seller confirms a new instrument with full manufacturer coverage. Little else is described, so case, mouthpiece and key features need to be confirmed before ordering.
Who it's for
Players who have outgrown a starter alto and want a Yamaha step-up horn are the audience. Absolute beginners and buyers who need a confirmed case and mouthpiece should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Intermediate level Yamaha alto
- Sold new with manufacturer warranty
- Lacquered gold finish
- Standard E flat alto key
- Case and mouthpiece not listed
- No keywork or feature details given
- Sparse listing with no maker description
Performance notes
How an alto plays rests on its neck, bore and key setup, and this listing describes none of them. The lacquered metal body sets the look, while the sound a player gets depends heavily on the mouthpiece and reed chosen. A setup check by a technician on arrival confirms the pads seal.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | YAS-480 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 13.23 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 29.2 × 9.6 × 15.2 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Color | Clear, Gold |
| Finish Type | Lacquered |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Full manufacturer warranty |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | E Flat |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | Modern |
Frequently asked questions
How do I assemble the Yamaha YAS-480 out of the box?
The listing gives no assembly guide and does not list the included parts, so check that the neck, mouthpiece and ligature are in the box before the first session. A teacher or Yamaha documentation can walk through fitting the neck and reed.
Is the Yamaha YAS-480 a beginner saxophone?
The title calls it an intermediate alto, aimed at players above the entry level.