YAS-480Y Yamaha Intermediate Alto Saxophone

Features Hand engravingA hand-engraved pattern on the bell adds an extra touch of class. Compatible with other necksThe 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). NeckThe new 62 style neck has been designed for improved tone and response. Key guardThe separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments. Left-hand seesaw keyThe left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel. Improved Low B-C# connectionAn improved mechanism from low B-C# ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument. Speculations Level Intermediate Key Eb Neck Annealed, Original YAS-62 design Neck Material Yellow Brass Body Material Yellow Brass Key Material Yellow Brass Key Buttons Polyester Finish Gold Lacquer Tone Holes Drawn Auxilary Keys Front F; High F# Key Mouthpiece AS-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 Stamped Thumb Hook Adjustable plastic Pivot Screw Straight-tapered with head, nylon lock (adjustable) Mounting Post on body