Yamaha YVS-140 Tenor Venova - Casual Wind Instrument | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The Yamaha YVS-140 Tenor Venova represents a revolutionary approach to wind instrument design, combining the rich, expressive tone of a tenor saxophone with the accessibility and simplicity of a recorder to create an instrument that's easy to learn and easy to play for musicians of all levels. This innovative casual wind instrument features lightweight, portable construction that's water washable for easy maintenance, while delivering authentic saxophone sound through a real tenor saxophone mouthpiece, reed, and ligature system. Perfect for beginners, casual players, and experienced musicians seeking a convenient, affordable way to explore the rich, low voice of tenor saxophone without the complexity and cost of traditional instruments.
Product Overview
As the largest model in the innovative Venova family, the YVS-140 produces exceptionally rich, low pitch sounds that are surprisingly easy for even complete beginners to achieve. The instrument uses genuine tenor saxophone mouthpiece and reed components, ensuring authentic saxophone tone quality while maintaining the simplified fingering system that makes the Venova accessible to players with no prior wind instrument experience.
The revolutionary design combines Yamaha's expertise in both saxophone and recorder manufacturing, creating a fully chromatic two-octave range instrument that plays and sounds like a saxophone while featuring simple recorder-like fingering patterns. This unique combination allows players to experience the satisfaction of rich, expressive saxophone tone without the steep learning curve traditionally associated with saxophone performance.
Constructed from durable, lightweight materials that are completely water washable, the Tenor Venova offers unprecedented convenience for maintenance and portability. Unlike traditional brass instruments that require careful cleaning procedures, the Venova can be thoroughly cleaned with soap and water, making it ideal for educational settings, travel, and casual playing situations where traditional instrument maintenance might be challenging.
Ideal For
- Beginning musicians who want to experience saxophone sound without traditional complexity and cost
- Music educators seeking innovative instruments for classroom introduction to wind instrument concepts
- Casual players and hobbyists who enjoy making music without intensive practice requirements
- Experienced musicians looking for convenient, portable instruments for travel and casual playing
- Students and adults who want to explore saxophone tone quality before committing to traditional instruments
Key Features
Authentic Saxophone Sound with Simple Fingering
Rich, expressive tone that plays and sounds like a tenor saxophone while using simple recorder-like fingering patterns, making authentic saxophone sound accessible to beginners and casual players.
Real Tenor Saxophone Components
Uses genuine tenor saxophone mouthpiece, reed, and ligature system (all included) to ensure authentic sound production and familiar embouchure development for potential saxophone students.
Fully Chromatic Two-Octave Range
Complete chromatic capability across two octaves provides the range needed to play favorite songs and explore diverse musical styles with rich, low tenor voice characteristics.
Water Washable Convenience
Lightweight, durable construction that's completely water washable makes maintenance simple and convenient, eliminating the complex cleaning procedures required by traditional brass instruments.
Exceptional Portability and Accessibility
Compact, lightweight design perfect for travel, casual playing, and educational applications where traditional saxophone size and maintenance requirements would be impractical.
What's Included
- Yamaha YVS-140 Tenor Venova
- Tenor saxophone mouthpiece (genuine component)
- Reed for authentic sound production
- Ligature for proper reed attachment
- Instruction materials for easy learning
- Manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | YVS-140 Tenor Venova |
| Family | Yamaha Venova Casual Wind Series |
| Voice | Tenor (Lowest Pitch in Venova Family) |
| Range | Fully Chromatic Two Octaves |
| Fingering System | Simple (Similar to Recorders) |
| Sound Production | Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece & Reed |
| Mouthpiece | Real Tenor Saxophone Component |
| Reed | Tenor Saxophone Reed (Included) |
| Ligature | Tenor Saxophone Ligature (Included) |
| Construction | Lightweight, Durable Materials |
| Maintenance | Water Washable |
| Portability | Compact and Lightweight |
| Learning Curve | Easy for Beginners |
| Sound Character | Rich, Low, Expressive |
| Target Audience | All Levels (Especially Beginners) |
| Educational Use | Ideal for Classroom Introduction |
| SKU | YVS-140 |
| UPC | 889025141307 |
Experience This Revolutionary Instrument Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the innovative design and rich tenor saxophone sound of the Yamaha YVS-140 Tenor Venova, and discover how this revolutionary casual wind instrument makes authentic saxophone tone accessible to musicians of all levels. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate how the Venova's simple fingering system and water-washable convenience create the perfect introduction to wind instrument performance while delivering the satisfying, rich sound that makes music-making truly enjoyable.
