{"product_id":"yamaha-yas-480-intermediate-alto-saxophone","title":"Yamaha YAS-480 Intermediate Alto Saxophone","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"]{padding:0 4px}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] h2{margin:0 0 10px;font-size:1.5rem;line-height:1.25}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] h3{margin:0 0 6px;font-size:1.05rem;line-height:1.35}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] p{margin:0 0 12px;line-height:1.65}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] ul{margin:8px 0 0;padding-left:20px}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] li{margin:6px 0;line-height:1.5}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-lead{border-left:4px solid #6b3fa0;padding:18px 20px;margin:0 0 28px;background:#f7f4fb;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));gap:14px;margin:12px 0 30px}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-card{border:1px solid #e6e0ec;border-radius:12px;padding:18px;background:#fff}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-icon{font-size:1.5rem;line-height:1;margin-bottom:10px}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-faq{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;padding:16px 0}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-faq:last-child{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}\n[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-buy{margin-top:28px;padding:20px;border:1px solid #ded5e8;border-radius:12px;background:#faf8fc}\n@media(max-width:749px){[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}[data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"] .yms-lead{padding:16px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-yms-description-gutter=\"true\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-lead\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eA Serious Step Up for the Advancing Saxophonist.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-480 is an E-flat intermediate alto saxophone for players ready to move beyond their first instrument. Professional-derived construction, refined keywork and a responsive 480-style neck give it greater tonal depth, projection and control while retaining the consistency and dependable intonation for which Yamaha saxophones are known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts traditional 62-style body shape, two-point contact construction and bell ring help the instrument vibrate freely, producing a bright, focused voice with convincing presence. A redesigned neck receiver also supports compatible Yamaha Custom neck options sold separately, giving ambitious players room to refine response and tonal character as their playing develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Saxophone\"\u003e🎷\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e480-style neck for a more refined response\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe dedicated 480-series neck is designed to improve tone and response, helping advancing players shape phrases with better control across soft dynamics, full ensemble playing and solo passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Sound waves\"\u003e〰️\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eProfessional-derived body design and projection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eA traditional 62-style body shape creates a bright response and lighter playing feel. Two-point contact construction and a supporting bell ring encourage efficient vibration, free-blowing response and stronger projection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Musical keys\"\u003e🎼\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eExpressive, comfortable keywork\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe teardrop-shaped front F key improves access to upper-register fingerings, while the high F# key extends practical range. A left-hand seesaw key supports smoother, more comfortable movement through demanding passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Interchangeable neck\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eRoom to customise as your sound develops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe redesigned neck receiver and octave-key system allow the YAS-480 to accept compatible Yamaha Custom Z and Custom EX alto saxophone neck designs sold separately—useful for players who want to explore different response and tonal characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Craftsmanship\"\u003e✨\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eHand-engraved bell with practical adjustability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe gold-lacquered two-piece brass bell is finished with hand engraving for an appropriately premium appearance. Separate key guards use adjustable screw-cap stoppers, enabling professional-style technical adjustment during servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"yms-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"yms-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Low notes and case\"\u003e🎒\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eReliable low register and a complete playing package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAn improved low B–C# mechanism promotes consistent low C# closure and a clear response in the lower register. A Yamaha 4C mouthpiece and ASC-400EII semi-hard case complete a well-matched intermediate package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. Who is the Yamaha YAS-480 best suited to?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is ideal for advancing students, school and college ensemble players, graded-exam candidates and returning musicians who want a more expressive, responsive instrument without moving immediately to a professional-series saxophone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. How does the YAS-480 differ from the YAS-280?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe YAS-280 is designed as a dependable first saxophone. The YAS-480 adds a more responsive intermediate neck, hand-engraved bell, left-hand seesaw key, two-point contact, bell ring, separate adjustable key guards and compatibility with selected Yamaha Custom neck designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. Can the neck be upgraded later?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The receiver is designed to accommodate compatible Yamaha Custom Z and Custom EX alto saxophone neck options sold separately, allowing an advancing player to explore different response and tonal profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. Does it include high F# and front F keys?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The YAS-480 includes a high F# key and a fixed teardrop-style front F key for useful upper-register fingering options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. What finish does this listing have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the gold-lacquered YAS-480 with a hand-engraved, two-piece brass bell and polyester key buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. What is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYamaha specifies a 4C alto saxophone mouthpiece and ASC-400EII semi-hard case with the YAS-480. Please confirm current regional package contents with YMS if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eQ. How should the YAS-480 be maintained?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRemove moisture from the body and neck after every session, clean the mouthpiece regularly, handle the neck and keywork carefully, and arrange periodic regulation by a qualified wind-instrument technician. YMS can advise on reeds, care accessories and servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"yms-buy\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from YMS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthorised Yamaha Premium Retailer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buy a genuine India-market Yamaha instrument with official manufacturer warranty support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep-up guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our team can help compare the YAS-480 with student and professional Yamaha alto saxophones for the player’s level and goals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup and care support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ask us about reeds, mouthpieces, neck options, cleaning accessories, stands and routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePan-India delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Order from anywhere in India, subject to serviceability and safe-transit arrangements for your location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical-store support:\u003c\/strong\u003e YMS teams in Bengaluru and Mangaluru are available for product enquiries and after-sales guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48188815769765,"sku":"WZ44960","price":252690.5,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/7159\/6197\/files\/yas-480_tcm117-1636424.jpg?v=1787856076","url":"https:\/\/ymsformusic.com\/products\/yamaha-yas-480-intermediate-alto-saxophone","provider":"YMSFORMUSIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}