Yamaha YSS-475II Intermediate Bb Soprano Saxophone

The YSS-475II delivers professional qualities at an intermediate price. Much of its design is based upon the Custom EX saxes, sharing many of the same features. The 475II offers outstanding response, tone, intonation,and comfort. Features YSS-475II Neck A simple straight neck integrated with the body. Ergonomic key layout Key layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress. Regular key posts This style of key posts reduces the resistance and makes the instrument easier to sound. Tear drop front F key The unique tear-drop shaped F key improves playability. Seesaw key The left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel. Laser engraving adds precision styling and an improved look. Case (SSC-475II) The YSS-475II soprano saxophone comes in a deluxe ultra-lightweight case which provide excellent protection. It includes backpack straps for ease of transport. Specs Level: Intermediate Key: Bb Neck: Straight; One-piece Neck Material: Yellow Brass Body Material: Yellow Brass Bell Material: Yellow Brass Key Material: Yellow Brass Key Buttons: Polyester Finish: Gold Baked Epoxy Lacquer Tone Holes: Drawn Auxiliary Keys: Front F ; High F# Mouthpiece: Yamaha 4C Mouthpiece Cap: Clear Lacquered Brass Ligature: Clear Lacquered Brass Spring Type: Blue Steel Needle Pad Type: Waterproof leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters Bell Decoration: Laser Engraved Thumb Hook: Adjustable plastic Pivot Screw: New bullet point with no head Mounting: Heat welded