Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II

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Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II

Yamaha

YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II

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Product Info

Article Number: 526088
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II
Price: $1,263.90

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The YAS-280 Set II is a fantastic option for intermediate players or students looking for a reliable and well-built alto sax. The included Balam strap is a real game-changer for comfort, and the improved upper register makes it surprisingly versatile. It's a solid step up from beginner instruments, offering a more professional feel and improved tone.

Product Description

Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II

*Bundle offer comprising*, Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Sax

  • *Alto Saxophone*
  • New model with improved S-bow receiver and improved deep H/Cis connection
  • Narrow scale
  • Body and action made of brass
  • Full length keyguard
  • Adjustable thumb rest
  • High F# key
  • F-key
  • Weight: 2.40 kg
  • Mechanics and body gold lacquered
  • Incl. light case with backpack straps
  • Yamaha 4C mouthpiece
  • saxophone strap and cork grease
  • Balam Back Strap Premium Black B
  • *Saxophone Strap*
  • Made of black genuine leather with elegant bronze-coloured brass hardware
  • The most luxurious and comfortable version of the classic Balam shoulder strap
  • Shortened shoulder pads with integrated 4 mm foam inserts to reduce pressure on the chest
  • especially with heavier instruments
  • An updated adjustment mechanism on the front
  • connected to a locking system
  • prevents having to readjust the strap length
  • Once set
  • it remains in the same position
  • Colour: Black
  • Made in Korea
  • Hercules Stands DS530B Alto /Tenor Sax Stand

*Stand*, Adjustable for alto or tenor sax, Weight: 1.1 kg, Folded size 310 x 140 mm, Thomann Monster Reed Alto 2.0

  • *Reed for Alto Saxophone*
  • Strength: 2.0
  • Synthetic hybrid reed with a 52% bamboo fibre content
  • Special W-blast treatment on both sides of the reed for a great projection
  • Reeds produce a perfectly balanced sound
  • The reeds are durable and resistant to fluctuations in temperature and humidity and do not dry out
  • Much more durable than cane reeds
  • Thomann 6033 S-Neck Swab Saxophone

*Swab for S-Bow*, For alto and tenor saxophone, Also suitable for the saxophone mouthpiece

*Note:* Delivery is unsorted in varying colours, no colour selection possible., Thomann 6510 Swab Saxophone

*Saxophone cleaner*, For body of alto and tenor saxophone, Material: Cloth, String with weight for easy threading

PROS
  • • Improved S-bow receiver enhances upper register response and intonation
  • • Brass body and action offer a solid, resonant core tone
  • • Balam strap provides exceptional comfort, crucial for extended playing
  • • Full-length keyguard improves accessibility and ergonomics for smaller hands
CONS
  • • Narrow scale might feel restrictive for players accustomed to wider intervals
  • • Gold lacquer, while attractive, requires diligent care to prevent tarnish
  • • Yamaha 4C mouthpiece is adequate, but a step up would unlock more tonal potential

Product Video

Key Features

Material Yellow brass body and action, gold brass keys
Keywork Roller-assisted key mechanism for smooth action
Finish Gold-lacquered body and keywork
High F# Key Yes, standard inclusion
Mouthpiece Yamaha 4C
Weight 2.40 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It primarily addresses intonation and response in the higher register, making those notes more consistent and easier to produce.
While brass offers a richer tone, it does require occasional polishing to prevent tarnish. Regular cleaning with a soft cloth is essential to maintain its appearance and functionality.
The narrower scale tends to make the instrument slightly easier to control, particularly for younger or less experienced players, but it may limit some advanced techniques requiring wider intervals.

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