Description
An ideal choice for progressing students with a preference for silver saxophones
A step up from the class-leading YTS-280S, the YTS-480S has some small but significant design upgrades that give this horn an edge.
Description
Like all Yamaha saxes the 480S is an extremely well-designed and hugely playable horn. Its medium to bright tone, together with slick key work and a very free-blowing response make 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: Brass
• Finish: Silver plated
• Key Touches: White polyester
• Neck: Yamaha 62 style (upgradeable)
• Engraving: Yamaha hand engraving
• Case: Light but very strong. W/ backpack straps and A4 pocket
• Mouthpiece: Plastic Yamaha 4c
• Made in: Indonesia
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: Students and advancing players on a budget
Reviews
It was great to find the latest Yamaha "intermediate" sax has received a neck upgrade to the excellent 62 model 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, we find their silver-plated models do have some extra "star quality." Phill Straker - SAX
Delivery & Returns
FREE DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £100 TO UK MAINLAND
COMPETITIVE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING RATES & PAY THE FINAL LANDED COST AT CHECKOUT!
If you're based overseas and would like more information, please read our overseas guide located here
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.
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.
