Yamaha YDS-122 Digital Saxophone

The Yamaha YDS-122 builds on the popular YDS-120, adding more sounds and USB-C connectivity for even greater musical freedom!

The Yamaha YDS-122 digital saxophone brings together familiar saxophone fingering, expressive breath control and the convenience of adjustable volume. Whether you’re discovering the saxophone for the first time or looking for a practical way to keep playing at home, it makes fitting music into your day easier.

Its acoustic saxophone key layout helps existing players feel at home, while the specially designed mouthpiece makes producing your first notes straightforward. Simply blow to create a sound, then use your breath to shape your performance.

Building on its predecessor, the YDS-122 introduces an expanded sound selection and an updated USB-C connection, giving you more scope to explore different musical styles.

PRACTISE AT A VOLUME THAT SUITS YOU

With 15 volume levels, the YDS-122 lets you enjoy playing at a comfortable level for your surroundings. Plug in headphones for quieter practice, whether you’re working through exercises or unwinding with your favourite melodies.

MORE SOUNDS, MORE POSSIBILITIES

Explore 89 voices, including 56 saxophone sounds covering soprano, alto, tenor and baritone. Switch between different saxophone characters or try other instrument sounds to bring a fresh approach to familiar music.

The expanded selection adds 16 voices to those of the YDS-120, including orchestral sounds that take your playing beyond the saxophone.

EXPRESS YOURSELF WITH EVERY BREATH

The responsive breath sensor detects how strongly you blow, allowing you to shape the sound naturally as you play. An analogue controller offers further expressive control, while familiar saxophone fingering keeps the playing experience intuitive.

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Connect to Yamaha’s dedicated YDS Controller app via USB to customise sounds, adjust instrument settings and change fingerings to suit your preferences. The updated USB-C terminal provides a convenient connection for compatible devices.

Features

• 89 voices, including 56 saxophone voices

• 15-step volume adjustment

• Headphone socket for quieter practice

• AUX IN socket for connecting an external audio source

• Acoustic saxophone key layout, including High F♯, front F and low A

• Specially designed, removable mouthpiece

• Breath pressure sensor for expressive playing

• Analogue controller

• Compatible with Yamaha’s YDS Controller app via USB

• USB-C connection

• Powered via USB or four AAA batteries

• Lightweight design: approximately 810g, excluding batteries

What’s new compared with the YDS-120?

• Expanded sound selection: 16 additional voices offer more musical variety.

• USB-C connectivity: Replaces the YDS-120’s micro-USB connection for power and connection to compatible devices.