Based on the 475 series!
The new YAMAHA YAS-480 Eb-Alto Saxophone is based on the popular 475 series. Not only the design got improved; there are also many technical details revised.
The connection of low B/C# and the high quality octave key come out of the 62 series for professionals. Also the handmade engraving on the bell is an improvement.
The YAS-480 is now playable with original Custom s-bows what offer the instrument a warm and mellow sound. Furthermore does the instrument offer a high flexibility of sound, a powerful tone and an excellent intonation over the whole tone range.
Features: Key: Eb Material body/s-bow/mechanic: brass High-F# key Adjustable thumb holder New octave key Improved low B/C# key Ergonomic mechanic Handmade engraving on the bell Incl. light case with back pack set, 4C mouthpiece and accessories
!!! 30 Days Money Back Warranty !!!
!!! 3 Years Music Store Warranty !!!
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Slightly slow in delivery, the Saxophone was unopeded from Yamaha for which I was very pleased about, but..... there was a scratch on the bell, maybe I can polish it out who knows. I have not mentioned this to the store so I shall live with it.