Yamaha Yamaha YTS-480S – Tenor Saxophone – Silver Plated

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