A perfect blend of features, playability, and value

Unpretentious yet masterful, the Yamaha YAS-480 alto saxophone is a near-perfect blend of features, playability, and value. It has many of the hallmarks of a Yamaha pro sax, including a high F# key, an adjustable thumb hook, and smooth, consistent action. This is a horn that will go the distance in your development as a musician and allow you to grow as an artist. This starts with its neck — it comes with Yamaha’s excellent 62-style neck, which sports a slightly narrower bore taper that gives you faster response and greater control, focusing your notes and providing a more compact landing zone for intonation. A majority of players will find this pro-style neck facilitates a comfortable airflow — essential for a strong tonal core. However, should you wish to expand your sound, the YAS-480’s professional neck tenon receiver and redesigned octave key system allow you to add a custom neck such as Yamaha’s acclaimed V1.