{"product_id":"yamaha-yas-480sglky-intermediate-alto-saxophone-in-silver-plate-with-gold-lacquer-keys","title":"Yamaha YAS-480SGLKY Intermediate Alto Saxophone in Silver Plate with Gold Lacquer Keys","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-480SGLKY Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-480SGLKY is an intermediate Eb alto saxophone built for advancing players who want Yamaha consistency with features drawn from the company's higher-level saxophone design. The YAS-480 sits between Yamaha's standard student line and professional models, offering a familiar Yamaha playing feel, a high F# key, Front F mechanism, 480-style neck, and a refined silver plate and gold lacquer presentation. This instrument has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-480SGLKY Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: YAS-480SGLKY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver-plated body with gold lacquered keywork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary Keys: High F# key and Front F mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb Hook: Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha-branded case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The saxophone presents with a bright, glossy finish, intact keywork, and no condition concerns noted during intake. The included Yamaha-branded case, mouthpiece, ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, and neck strap make this a practical package for an advancing alto saxophonist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YAS-480SGLKY Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YAS-480SGLKY is well suited to advancing students, school musicians, community ensemble players, and doublers who want a dependable intermediate alto with a centered response and familiar Yamaha ergonomics. Its design gives the player more flexibility than an entry-level alto while remaining approachable for daily practice, ensemble work, auditions, and private study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YAS-480SGLKY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YAS-480 fit into Yamaha's alto saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YAS-480 is Yamaha's intermediate alto saxophone, positioned above the YAS-26 student model and below the professional YAS-62III. It adds higher-level features such as a high F# key, Front F mechanism, adjustable thumb hook, and 480-style neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the SGLKY finish mean for this instrument?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis YAS-480SGLKY has a silver-plated body with gold lacquered keywork. The finish gives the instrument a distinctive two-tone appearance while keeping the core Yamaha YAS-480 design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of player benefits most from this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YAS-480SGLKY is best for a player who has outgrown a beginning alto and wants a more refined instrument for school ensembles, regional auditions, private study, and long-term musical development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53649073013101,"sku":"YAS480SGLKY-NU","price":2549.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7129179.jpg?v=1785787793","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yas-480sglky-intermediate-alto-saxophone-in-silver-plate-with-gold-lacquer-keys","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}