Yamaha Eb Alto Saxophone YAS-23

The Yamaha YAS-23 standard alto saxophone is an excellent choice for a student musician. Known for its high quality and playability, the YAS-23 is one of the most educator recommended saxophones available. Features include an adjustable thumb rest for precise and comfortable fingering position, refined key shape and dimension, adjustable key guard felts for optimum intonation, and power forged keys which provide unmatched durability.

As with all new Yamaha Band Instruments, the Yamaha YAS23 Saxophone includes Yamaha’s unbeatable 5 Year Factory Warranty.

Features:

Adjustable thumb rest
All Yamaha alto saxophones feature an adjustable thumb rest to allow for precise and comfortable hand and fingering position.
Refined key shape and dimension
The Yamaha Alto Saxophone YAS23's keys are not simply shaped and positioned according to mechanical necessity; the entire system is designed from the player's perspective, with emphasis on comfort, speed, and overall playability. The natural feel of the keys eliminates the need to adapt to an unnatural or uncomfortable key layout.
Adjustable key guard felts
Optimum intonation and venting
Power-forged keys
Excellent durability
Tapered pivot screws
Precise adjustment and smooth key action

Specifications:

Level: Standard
Key: Eb
Neck: Standard
Neck Material: Yellow Brass
Body Material: Yellow Brass
Bell: Yellow Brass
Key Material: Yellow Brass
Key Buttons: Polyester
Finish: Nickel-plating (keys);Clear baked epoxy lacquer (body)
Tone Holes: Drawn
Auxiliary Keys: Front F
Mouthpiece: Yamaha 4C
Mouthpiece Cap: Plastic
Ligature: Yellow brass; Clear lacquer
Spring Type: Stainless steel
Pad Type: Waterproof leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters
Thumb Hook: Adjustable plastic
Pivot Screw: Straight-tapered, nylon lock, non-head (adjustable)
Mounting: Post on body

Included Accessories:
YAC 1286: Plastic mouthpiece (4C)
YAC 1607: Clear lacquer ligature
YAC 1645: Plastic mouthpiece cap
YAC 1010P: Cork grease; tube
YAC 1415P: Neck strap