Yamaha YAS-480S - Alto Saxophone - Silver Plated

£2,169.00
Please note: Yamaha does not allow us to sell you this product if you live outside Europe. Worldwide shipping is available on all other brands. 
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Description

A perfect sax for advancing students who want a silver saxophone

The Yamaha YAS480 is Yamaha’s first upgrade from their flagship 280 model. There are a few design upgrades here which, while small, really give this horn an edge. 

Description

Like all Yamaha saxes the 480 is an extremely well-designed and hugely playable horn. Its medium to bright tone, together with slick key work 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 to maintain the finish. However, the added layer of resonant precious metal gives more projection and a wonderful extra dimension to the sound.

The Beauty of Silver Plating

The gradual formation of patina on silver-plated saxophones imparts an exceptional charm and character to the instrument. It's a captivating visual transformation that resonates with many musicians, as the saxophone evolves and matures with time.

It is important to acknowledge that although silver polish cloths are available, the natural process of tarnishing cannot be completely halted.

Within just a few days, you will start to witness the beginning of this transformation. It's worth noting that many instruments we receive from the factory have already embarked on this natural journey.

Features 

Material - Silver Plated Brass

Case - Light but very strong. W/ backpack straps and A4 pocket

Mouthpiece - Yamaha 4C

Made in - Indonesia

Key Touches - Plastic

Neck - Standard/ but upgradeable

Tone - Medium/bright, clear, easy blowing – very versatile

Engraving - Yamaha classic style

Pads - Yamaha

Key Arms - Single

Free Professional Set Up & Free Checkover within a Year

Reviews

It was great to find the latest Yamaha "intermediate" sax has received a neck upgrade to the excellent 62 models and is even compatible with the Yamaha Custom necks. Further improvements to the keywork make this a sax that you can live and grow with. Along with many Yamaha endorsees, I find the silver plating does add some extra "star quality." Phill Straker - SAX


Delivery & Returns

FREE DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £100 TO UK MAINLAND

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DELIVERY SCHEDULE

Orders in stock and received before 2pm are normally shipped the same day. International orders are generally received in under 7 days.

RETURNS

Goods purchased online from www.sax.co.uk can be returned within 14 days of receipt. This does not apply to custom ordered goods, products where hygiene is concerned and product seals have been broken (reeds, mouthpieces etc), digital download codes or software licences. Goods purchased through our website cannot be returned to our retail stores.

Saxophone Set-up

42 point pro saxophone set-up included

All of our instruments are fully checked and set-up by our experienced technicians. Regardless of size or price - all saxophones go through the same process.  Here at SAX, we know that when you buy an instrument, our pro set up is absolutely essential to ensure the instrument you're purchasing is playing to it's optimum performance. 

Furthermore, we offer an exclusive benefit to our customers. Any new saxophone purchased from us can be returned within a year for a FREE checkover to make sure your saxophone continues to perform its best.