{"product_id":"yamaha-yts-480sglky-intermediate-tenor-saxophone-in-silver-plate-sn-s85072","title":"Yamaha YTS-480SGLKY Intermediate Tenor Saxophone in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-480SGLKY Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YTS-480SGLKY is an intermediate Bb tenor saxophone built for advancing players who want a step-up Yamaha with a more refined response and a finish package that stands apart from standard gold lacquer. The YTS-480 occupies an important place between Yamaha's student and professional saxophone lines, offering the dependable scale, familiar ergonomics, and ensemble-friendly tonal center that have made Yamaha a trusted choice for school programs, private teachers, doublers, and serious developing players. This instrument is finished in silver plate with gold-lacquered keywork and includes a Yamaha case and accessory package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-480SGLKY Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: YTS-480SGLKY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver-plated body with gold-lacquered keywork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: One tenor saxophone neck included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha case with backpack and shoulder straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: S85072\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-production Yamaha tenor saxophone is in pristine condition and superb playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The reflective silver-plated areas show light hairline scratches and small surface scuffs consistent with normal use, while the visible keywork, neck cork, and case are intact. The included Yamaha case holds the instrument, one neck, and the listed accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YTS-480SGLKY Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YTS-480SGLKY is well suited to advancing students, committed school ensemble players, and woodwind doublers who want Yamaha consistency in a tenor saxophone that offers more room to grow than a basic student model. Its balanced response and centered tonal concept make it a practical choice for concert band, jazz ensemble, pit work, and private study, especially for players who want an intermediate tenor that feels familiar while supporting more developed control of sound and intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YTS-480SGLKY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YTS-480 fit within Yamaha's saxophone lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YTS-480 is Yamaha's intermediate tenor saxophone platform, positioned above the student series and below Yamaha's professional models. It is intended for players who need a more capable step-up instrument while retaining Yamaha's familiar response and ergonomic approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the SGLKY finish package offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SGLKY configuration pairs a silver-plated body with gold-lacquered keywork. It gives the instrument a distinctive visual presentation while keeping the core YTS-480 design concept focused on dependable intermediate performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the YTS-480 platform support future growth?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha identifies the YTS-480 among tenor saxophones compatible with Yamaha Custom neck options, giving developing players a pathway to refine response and tonal color without moving immediately to a professional horn.\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":53761693221229,"sku":"PREYTS480SGLKY-S85072","price":2719.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7132823.jpg?v=1787095173","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yts-480sglky-intermediate-tenor-saxophone-in-silver-plate-sn-s85072","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}