The YAS-480SGLK alto saxophone and YTS-480SGLK tenor saxophone are bold new additions to the popular Yamaha intermediate saxophone lineup. Designed for advancing players stepping up from student models, these instruments offer the trusted performance of the 480 series with a visually striking twist: a silver-plated body and neck paired with gold-lacquered keys. This elegant contrast enhances stage presence while maintaining the playability, tone, and craftsmanship Yamaha is known for.

YTS-480 Neck

The neck is designed for the 480 series for improved tone and response.

YTS-480 Neck receiver

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).

Octave key with a regular joint

A simple but functionable octave joint to realize smoothness.

62 shape

Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter.

Regular key posts

This style of key posts reduces the resistance and makes the instrument easier to sound.

Tear drop front F key

The unique tear-drop shaped F key improves playability.

Seesaw key

The left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel.

Two-point contact

Two-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.

Two-piece bell

Two pieces of brass sheets are jointed together by the hands of craftsmen, then shaped to the bell with a machine.

480 style (AS, TS)

A hand-engraved pattern on the bell adds an extra touch of class.

Bell-ring

Bell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it.

Separate style key guard

The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.

Improved low B-C# connection

An improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument.

Case (TSC-400EII)

Semi-hard case offers a contemporary look and greater ease of transport.

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: Hand engraved
• Thumb Hook: Adjustable Plastic
• Pivot Screw: Tapered with head and nylon lock (adjustable)
• Mounting: Post on body