Does Yamaha make good saxophone?
There is no doubt about the quality of the 62 range of saxophones from Yamaha. The proof of their quality is that four decades later, they are still one of the most popular and recommended saxophones on the market. Yamaha, though, does not just accept the fact they have created a great instrument.
Which is better Yamaha or Jupiter saxophone?
Yamaha seems to be a beginner/intermediate instrument, while Jupiter is labelled as beginner “only”. I am presuming the Yamaha offers more flexibility and more room to grow on sax, being able to play with more dynamics in sound.
What is the difference between a Yas 280 and Yas 480?
YTS 280 and 480 are different league players, and not only for name&price. 480 is head and shoulders ahead in terms of sound richness and dynamic range. Not to mention overall stable and pleasant feel you get handling 480 compared to 280.
Which saxophone is most popular?
Alto saxophone
Alto saxophone The alto is the most commonly-played type of saxophone and the instrument that most beginners start to learn on. What is this? It’s an E flat instrument, and is pitched higher than the tenor and lower than the soprano.
What’s the best saxophone to learn on?
The alto saxophone is by far far the most popular choice when it comes to learning saxophone – especially for younger players who might find the tenor too heavy.
Which saxophone is hardest to play?
Soprano Saxophone
Soprano Saxophone The soprano is known as the hardest saxophone to play.
How much does a Yamaha yas275 alto saxophone cost?
Yamaha YAS275 alto saxophone Origin: Japan (now made in Indonesia) (uk.yamaha.com) Guide price: £800 Weight: 2.3kg Date of manufacture: 2001 Date reviewed: April 02 (Addendum added, see below) Yamaha’s successor to the hugely popular YAS21 Addendum 21/08/03: UPDATE July 04: UPDATE April 05: Addendum 02/02/04: Addendum 19/09/07:
What’s the difference between the Yas 21 and Yas 23?
The YAS-21 seems to become the YAS-23 around 1980 and the YAS-23/25 seems to become the YAS-275 around 2000/2001. 1989 89759 501000 (Sudden Jump into 5XXXXX serials because the Vito YAS-21 changes to YAS-23. The Vito 5XXXXX serial number Altos are YAS-23 models. The YAS-21 has a removable bell, the YAS-23 has a soldered bell-bow connection.)
When did Yamaha stop using YAS-21 parts?
The Yamaha YAS-21 serials match the Vito YAS-21 serials up until 1980 when the Yamaha YAS-23 is introduced but the Vitos still use YAS-21 parts until 1989 when the Vitos start using YAS-23 parts nearly 10 years after Yamaha introduced the YAS-23.
Are there any problems with my Yamaha sax?
A common problem with Yamaha saxes is leakage at the back of the low D pad, and at various points on the low C pad. If you own a Yamaha sax you might want to check out the article on testing for leaks. The bell key spatula arrangement is basic, though well placed and set out.