Yamaha YSL-891 Z Trombone
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Yamaha
YSL-891 Z Trombone
Product Info
Article Number:
226981
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
YSL-891 Z Trombone
Category:
Tenor Trombones
Price:
$3,485.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This YSL-891 Z is a serious jazz trombone, built to a very high standard. The reversed slide and custom balancer really make it respond quickly and feel great – it's ideal for professional jazz players and advanced students looking for a top-tier horn with a modern, focused sound.
Product Description
- Yamaha YSL-891 Z
- Jazz Trombone
- Reversed type main tuning slide
- Newly developed balancer
- Bore: 12.90 mm
- Bell diameter: 204 mm
- One-piece yellow brass bell
- Incl. case
PROS
- • Exceptional intonation across the entire range, a hallmark of Yamaha’s craftsmanship.
- • The one-piece yellow brass bell delivers a rich, focused, and powerful tone.
- • Reversed slide provides improved response and a quicker, more agile feel.
- • The newly developed balancer enhances stability and reduces fatigue during extended playing.
CONS
- • The heavier weight (compared to some models) can be tiring for younger or less experienced players.
- • The sound, while excellent, leans towards a brighter, more modern jazz tone; less suited for purely orchestral work.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
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Key Features
Bore Size
12.90 mm
Bell Size
204 mm
Material
Yellow Brass (Bell), Brass (Body), Nickel Silver (Slide)
Slide Material
Nickel Silver with Reversed Design
Finish
Clear Lacquer
Mouthpiece
Yamaha 124 (included)
Weight
4.7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It shortens the slide stroke, improving response and allowing for faster, more nuanced playing, especially in complex passages.
While versatile, the yellow brass bell leans towards a brighter, more focused tone, best suited for jazz and contemporary styles; it may lack the darker warmth preferred by some orchestral players.
It sits at the top end of Yamaha’s tenor trombone offerings, positioned above the Xeno series and intended for professional or highly dedicated amateur players.
