The Yamaha YAS 280 is an ideal choice for anyone wanting to give a beginner or student saxophonist the best chance of progressing on the instrument.

The quality of playability, tone and intonation of the YAS 280 allow the player to concentrate on what they are playing rather than having to fight just to get a decent tone and keep it in tune, as is often the case with cheap beginner saxes.

 Based on the extremely popular YAS 275, the new model boasts some design improvements which make the 280 even more fun to play.

A redesigned neck receiver promotes a quick response and ease of play and is fitted with a more durable screw mechanism.

An adjustable thumb rest makes it easier to get the correct hand position and, together with the relatively light-weight and ergonomically designed keywork of the 280, makes it comfortable and well-balanced to hold and play.

An improved low B to C# mechanism makes it much easier to play in the tricky lower reaches of the sax.

The Yamaha YAS 280 alto sax comes as an outfit with a stylish and protective case, a strap, care kit and a Yamaha 4C mouthpiece.