Yamaha YBS-62II Professional Eb Baritone Saxophone (Gold Lacquer)

Player’s around the globe know Yamaha’s baritone saxophones for their outstanding sound. Yamaha has refreshed the traditional image of these instruments with powerful, yet delicate tone and exceptional playability.

Features :

- Octave Mechanism

Yamaha baritone saxophones feature a specially designed octave mechanism for ease of play and smooth octave transitions.

- Durable hard case is included.

- Tilting style low Bb spatula keys

The position, height, angle and shape of the left-hand pinky keys have all been carefully redesigned to provide extraordinary comfort and quick response.

- Adjustable thumb-rest

All Yamaha saxophones feature an adjustable thumb-rest to allow for precise and comfortable hand and fingering position.

- Acoustic annealing of the body

The brass used in Yamaha professional model saxophones goes through an unique acoustic annealing process that gives the metal optimum density for superior tone. In conjunction with other advanced design features, acoustic annealing also contributes to precise resistance and playability.

- Three-vent octave mechanism

A feature exclusive to Yamaha saxophones, the three-vent octave mechanism eliminates fuzzy, unclear tones when playing G, G# and A with the octave key.

Refined key shape and dimension

Yamaha saxophone 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.

Specifications :

Level : Professional

Key of : Eb

Neck : Yellow Brass (annealed)

Neck Material : Yellow Brass (annealed)

Body Material : Yellow Brass (annealed)

Bell : Yellow Brass (annealed)

Key Material : Yellow Brass

Key Buttons : Mother of Pearl

Finish : Gold baked epoxy lacquer (YBS-62) ; Silver (YBS-62S)

Tone Holes : Drawn

Auxiliary Keys : Front F; Low A; High F

Mouthpiece : Yamaha 5C

Mouthpiece Cap : Yellow Brass; Gold Lacquer

Ligature : Yellow Brass

Spring Type : Blue Steel Needle

Pad Type : Leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters

Bell Decoration : Hand Engraved

Thumb Hook : Adjustable Plastic

Pivot Screw : Straight-tapered with head and nylon lock (adjustable).

Mounting : Ribbed and flanged