Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II
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Yamaha
YAS-280 Alto Sax Set II
Product Info
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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
- • 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
- • 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
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