---
product_id: 1239059
title: "YAS-480 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Finish"
brand: "yamaha"
price: "¥839339"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Yamaha"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1239059-yas-480-intermediate-eb-alto-saxophone-gold-finish
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
---

# Epoxy Lacquer Finish Eb Key Alto Sax Redesigned Octave Key YAS-480 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Finish

**Brand:** yamaha
**Price:** ¥839339
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your sound, own the stage with Yamaha’s YAS-480!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** YAS-480 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Finish by yamaha
- **How much does it cost?** ¥839339 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/1239059-yas-480-intermediate-eb-alto-saxophone-gold-finish)

## Best For

- yamaha enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yamaha brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Custom Comfort:** Adjustable thumb rest and key guard felts tailored for your perfect ergonomic fit during long sessions.
- • **Durable Elegance:** Epoxy lacquer finish on body and keys ensures lasting shine and professional style that turns heads.
- • **Precision Playability:** Newly redesigned octave key and rocker low B mechanism deliver smooth, effortless fingering.
- • **Complete Ready-to-Play Kit:** Includes premium Yamaha 4C mouthpiece and protective case—start performing right out of the box.
- • **Pro-Level Sound, Intermediate Price:** Experience rich, nuanced tones from a Yamaha-crafted Eb alto sax designed for serious players.

## Overview

The Yamaha YAS-480 is a meticulously crafted intermediate Eb alto saxophone featuring a durable epoxy lacquer finish, advanced key mechanisms for smooth playability, and ergonomic customizations. It comes complete with a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece and a protective case, making it an ideal choice for serious musicians seeking professional quality and style at a competitive price.

## Description

Brand New Instrument -- Carries Full Manufacturer Warranty -- Includes 30 Day Return Option

Review: Yama-wow! - Yamaha YAS-480 doesn't disappoint. When the package arrived, I was eager yet apprehensive about opening the package. I had read online that other buyers received Yamaha's made in Indonesia and not Japan. I suppose it doesn't matter where it's made, as long as they adhere to Yamaha's standards. However, I was pleased to see that my horn was made in Japan. Wonderful! I once owned a Yamaha intermediate tenor sax and a Yamaha intermediate soprano sax. Both horns performed extremely well. The sound quality was like, well...imagine a cheap horn's voice sounding like Van Morrison. The Yamaha's sounded like Whitney Houston hitting the highs and Luther Vandross hitting the lows. It broke my heart to have to sell those horns. Well, I decided to give it another go. This time I purchased a Yamaha intermediate alto sax. I compared it to the Seller equivalent which costs $350 more. When I first opened the package, I knew I had made the right choice. The case is a leather composite around a hard exterior. It's sleek and professional looking. The horn is beautiful. Simply beautiful. I must have stared at it for it's elegant beauty. After shaking the stars from my eyes, I decided to play it. The horn comes with a Yamaha 4 C mouthpiece and a box of 10 reeds made in China. I tried the Chinese reeds on the 4 C mouthpiece. The sound was bright and loud. I replaced the reed with a Rico 3.0 and the sound became warmer, more nuanced. When I tried a synthetic reed (Venn 3.0), I started to sound like Dave Coz. (Not kidding!) I can't wait to experiment with a better mouth piece, but this one holds it's own. The keys allow for easy access to low notes. Plus the F# key allows for easy access to high F#. I was even able to reach high G! I feel like I'm just scratching the surface of the potential this horn has to offer. This horn would serve a beginner very well. However, it would better serve a professional or an avid player who knows how to appreciate a finely crafted instrument. The company who fulfilled the order, "Are you not entertained", fulfilled the order the next day after ordering. Great service! I hope this helps with your buying decision.
Review: All good! - I will admit that I was a little worried about this purchase. There are many counterfeit Yamaha instruments out there and it is not clear that this seller is an authorized Yamaha dealer. However, when the sax arrived all my fears vanished. The packaging matched exactly with unboxing videos on Youtube down to the king sized oxygen absorber in the plastic wrapping around the case. The paperwork was all in order and the serial number was accepted immediately by the Yamaha product registration site. The sax itself is beautiful, hand engraved bell and flawless action. Upon first playing, it sounds great. This is a genuine Yamaha YAS-480. It did come from Busan, Korea and appears to have been packaged for the Korean market (see the warranty sticker photograph). It was made in Indonesia where Yamaha has production plants. My understanding is that all the Yamaha student and intermediate instruments are made outside of Japan these days. When I looked at the same instrument at a Yamaha dealer in the United States it was made in Indonesia as well. And it cost $1000 more. So if you are looking to upgrade as we were, this is a good choice. For the price of a YAS-280 from a Yamaha dealer in the states can get the 480, which is a better instrument. For us, the beginner sax that our teen has used for the last 4 years will now be used for marching band and this will be the concert instrument for at least the next 4 years. From there it could definitely go on or be sold off as Yamaha instruments tend to hold their value.

## Features

- Yamaha Intermediate Model Alto Saxophone -- Key of Eb
- Epoxy Lacquer Finish on Body & Keys -- Front F & High F# Key -- 62 Style Neck
- Seperate Key Guards -- Hand Engraving -- Newly Redesigned Octave Key Mechanism -- Rocker Type Low B Mechanism
- Tapered Pivot Screws -- Custom Style Low Bb Spatula -- Adjustable Thumb Rest -- Adjustable Key Guard Felts
- Includes Case & 4C Mouthpiece

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B007G3T7L2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #72,451 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #145 in Saxophones (Musical Instruments) |
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Brand Name | Yamaha |
| Color | clear, gold |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 51 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Lacquered |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04957812503105 |
| Instrument Key | E Flat |
| Item Dimensions | 29.2 x 9.6 x 15.2 inches |
| Item Weight | 6 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha |
| Material | Brass |
| Material Type | Brass |
| Model Name | Yamaha |
| Model Number | YAS-480 |
| Style | Modern |
| UPC | 086792961026 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Yamaha
- **Color:** clear, gold
- **Instrument Key:** E Flat
- **Material:** Brass
- **Style:** Modern

## Images

![YAS-480 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Finish - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SfF0FjdPL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Could you specify which accessories are included?**
A: The one I am selling comes original from Yamaha, ready to play, with original case. I have added reeds and a beginners book.

**Q: What are the accessories?  what brand of mouthpiece?  please describe case.  is gjg an authorized yamaha dealer?  what is the warranty?**
A: I haven’t purchased this saxophone but can say that Yamaha’s website states that GJG audio is NOT an authorized dealer.

**Q: Could someone post a picture of the case this comes with**
A: Good day,

Unfortunately, we do not have control over the established templates used by Amazon for its products. It includes posted pictures.
We can only say it is a hard semi-professional case and the color is brown.
Anything else, please advise,

Beagle Music Online.

**Q: Is Import duty applied from Japan to USA? If yes who pays it? Why doesn't the Amazon advertising mention anything about it?**
A: Hi, I received this sax quickly and in great condition. Was a bit surprised to just receive an invoice from FedEx for $98 today (1 month after purchase). Still huge savings compared to what we would have paid locally but I would have liked to have known about this fee. This is on top of hte $20 expedited shipping I paid upon checking out.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yama-wow!
*by S***N on January 25, 2023*

Yamaha YAS-480 doesn't disappoint. When the package arrived, I was eager yet apprehensive about opening the package. I had read online that other buyers received Yamaha's made in Indonesia and not Japan. I suppose it doesn't matter where it's made, as long as they adhere to Yamaha's standards. However, I was pleased to see that my horn was made in Japan. Wonderful! I once owned a Yamaha intermediate tenor sax and a Yamaha intermediate soprano sax. Both horns performed extremely well. The sound quality was like, well...imagine a cheap horn's voice sounding like Van Morrison. The Yamaha's sounded like Whitney Houston hitting the highs and Luther Vandross hitting the lows. It broke my heart to have to sell those horns. Well, I decided to give it another go. This time I purchased a Yamaha intermediate alto sax. I compared it to the Seller equivalent which costs $350 more. When I first opened the package, I knew I had made the right choice. The case is a leather composite around a hard exterior. It's sleek and professional looking. The horn is beautiful. Simply beautiful. I must have stared at it for it's elegant beauty. After shaking the stars from my eyes, I decided to play it. The horn comes with a Yamaha 4 C mouthpiece and a box of 10 reeds made in China. I tried the Chinese reeds on the 4 C mouthpiece. The sound was bright and loud. I replaced the reed with a Rico 3.0 and the sound became warmer, more nuanced. When I tried a synthetic reed (Venn 3.0), I started to sound like Dave Coz. (Not kidding!) I can't wait to experiment with a better mouth piece, but this one holds it's own. The keys allow for easy access to low notes. Plus the F# key allows for easy access to high F#. I was even able to reach high G! I feel like I'm just scratching the surface of the potential this horn has to offer. This horn would serve a beginner very well. However, it would better serve a professional or an avid player who knows how to appreciate a finely crafted instrument. The company who fulfilled the order, "Are you not entertained", fulfilled the order the next day after ordering. Great service! I hope this helps with your buying decision.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All good!
*by B***F on August 6, 2024*

I will admit that I was a little worried about this purchase. There are many counterfeit Yamaha instruments out there and it is not clear that this seller is an authorized Yamaha dealer. However, when the sax arrived all my fears vanished. The packaging matched exactly with unboxing videos on Youtube down to the king sized oxygen absorber in the plastic wrapping around the case. The paperwork was all in order and the serial number was accepted immediately by the Yamaha product registration site. The sax itself is beautiful, hand engraved bell and flawless action. Upon first playing, it sounds great. This is a genuine Yamaha YAS-480. It did come from Busan, Korea and appears to have been packaged for the Korean market (see the warranty sticker photograph). It was made in Indonesia where Yamaha has production plants. My understanding is that all the Yamaha student and intermediate instruments are made outside of Japan these days. When I looked at the same instrument at a Yamaha dealer in the United States it was made in Indonesia as well. And it cost $1000 more. So if you are looking to upgrade as we were, this is a good choice. For the price of a YAS-280 from a Yamaha dealer in the states can get the 480, which is a better instrument. For us, the beginner sax that our teen has used for the last 4 years will now be used for marching band and this will be the concert instrument for at least the next 4 years. From there it could definitely go on or be sold off as Yamaha instruments tend to hold their value.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great saxophone, best price
*by T***R on August 30, 2019*

Arrival: (1 week, with approx $50 freight) the saxophone was packaged well. Quality: as desired. YAS 480 model made in Indonesia stamped on instrument. I’m told by my student/child it has great sound. Contains: one saxophone, one neck piece, one mouth piece with ligature, one 2.5 reed, one quality zipper cloth case with formed inlay (as you would find in a hard sided case to hold a saxophone) one no frills neck strap, cork grease, and manual.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Yamaha YAS-480 Intermediate Eb Alto Saxophone, Gold Finish
- Vandoren SR2125 Alto Sax Traditional Reeds Strength 2.5; Box of 10
- Yamaha 4C Alto Saxophone Mouthpiece, Standard Series

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