Yamaha YTS-480SGLK Tenor Saxophone - Silver/Gold | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Yamaha YTS-480SGLK is an intermediate tenor saxophone featuring a distinctive silver-plated body with gold lacquer keys, combining professional-grade construction with striking visual appeal. Designed for advancing students and serious players, this Bb tenor saxophone delivers the rich, full-bodied tone and responsive playability of Yamaha's acclaimed 480 series with enhanced tonal characteristics from its premium finish combination. Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls proudly offers this exceptional instrument to saxophonists ready to elevate their performance.
Product Overview
The YTS-480SGLK features an elegant two-tone finish with a silver-plated body and neck that provides enhanced brilliance and projection, complemented by gold lacquer keys that offer warmth and comfortable tactile response. This sophisticated finish combination delivers both visual impact for stage presence and tonal advantages—the silver plating contributes clarity and edge to the tenor's natural warmth, while the gold lacquer keys provide smooth, responsive action. The instrument incorporates advanced design elements from Yamaha's professional saxophones, making it an ideal step-up for advancing players.
Built with the traditional G2 body shape, the YTS-480SGLK produces a brighter, more focused sound with lighter playing feel compared to modern curved designs. The specially designed YTS-480 neck enhances tone production and response across all registers, while the redesigned octave key receiver system offers flexibility to use either the included G2-style neck or necks from Yamaha's Custom Z and Custom EX series. This versatility allows players to customize their sound as their playing develops and preferences evolve.
The YTS-480SGLK incorporates professional features including regular key posts that reduce resistance for easier sound production, a unique tear-drop shaped front F key that improves playability, and a left-hand seesaw key mechanism for enhanced ergonomics. The improved low B-C# connection mechanism ensures consistent closing of the low C# key, promoting clear response in the lower register. The two-piece bell construction is hand-engraved with an elegant pattern, adding visual sophistication while allowing optimal vibration characteristics. Bell rings support the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it, enhancing resonance and projection.
Ideal For
- Intermediate and advancing tenor saxophone students transitioning from student models to professional-quality instruments
- High school and college jazz band performers seeking rich tone and enhanced stage presence
- Concert band saxophonists requiring excellent intonation and projection across all registers
- Adult amateur musicians upgrading to intermediate instruments with distinctive visual appeal
- Students preparing for regional honor bands, all-state auditions, and competitive solo performances
Key Features
Silver Body with Gold Lacquer Keys
The striking two-tone finish combines a silver-plated body and neck for enhanced brilliance and projection with gold lacquer keys that provide warmth and smooth action. This premium finish offers both visual distinction on stage and tonal characteristics that blend clarity with the natural warmth of the tenor voice, creating a versatile sound suitable for jazz, classical, and contemporary styles.
Professional G2 Body Design
The traditional G2 body shape delivers a brighter, more focused sound with lighter playing response. This proven design enhances projection and articulation, making it ideal for ensemble playing where clarity and blend are essential. The hand-engraved bell pattern adds elegance and sophistication to the instrument's appearance, while supporting optimal vibration and resonance.
Advanced Neck and Receiver System
The specially designed YTS-480 neck optimizes tone production and response across all registers, while the redesigned octave key receiver provides flexibility to use either the included G2-style neck or necks from Yamaha's Custom Z and Custom EX series. This versatility allows players to customize their sound characteristics as their playing develops and musical preferences evolve.
Enhanced Key Mechanism
Regular key posts reduce resistance throughout the key system, making the instrument easier to sound and more responsive to subtle finger movements. The unique tear-drop shaped front F key improves playability and ergonomics, while the left-hand seesaw key mechanism provides smooth, efficient action. The two-point contact bell-ring connection ensures optimal resonance transfer and projection.
Improved Low Register Connection
An enhanced mechanism from the low B-C# connection ensures consistent closing of the low C# key, promoting clear response and articulation in the critical lower register. This refinement eliminates sluggish response in the low range, providing confidence when executing technical passages that extend into the saxophone's bottom notes.
Professional Adjustability
The separate style key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers, allowing for professional-style technical adjustments. This feature enables players and technicians to fine-tune key height and response characteristics, customizing the instrument's feel to match individual playing styles and technical requirements for optimal performance.
What's Included
- Yamaha YTS-480SGLK Tenor Saxophone
- TSC-400EII professional-quality semi-hard case
- Yamaha 4C tenor saxophone mouthpiece
- Neck strap
- Yamaha warranty
- Free standard shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Key | Bb (Tenor) |
| Level | Intermediate |
| Body Shape | G2 traditional shape |
| Body Finish | Silver plating |
| Key Finish | Gold lacquer |
| Bell | Two-piece hand-engraved bell with bell-ring support |
| Neck | YTS-480 series neck (compatible with Custom necks) |
| Key Design | Regular key posts, tear-drop front F key |
| Key Guards | Separate style with adjustable screw cap stoppers |
| Octave Key | Redesigned receiver system |
| Low Register | Improved B-C# connection mechanism |
| Bell-Ring | Two-point contact for enhanced projection |
| Key Mechanism | Left-hand seesaw key for improved ergonomics |
| Case | TSC-400EII semi-hard case |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha 4C |
Experience This Intermediate Tenor Saxophone Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the rich tone and striking appearance of the Yamaha YTS-480SGLK tenor saxophone. Our knowledgeable staff can help you evaluate how this intermediate instrument meets your performance goals and musical aspirations. Contact us today to schedule a trial of this exceptional saxophone and explore our complete selection of band instruments Idaho Falls musicians trust for advancing their skills.
