Yamaha YAS-26 Standard Alto Saxophone

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The Yamaha YAS-26 Standard Alto Saxophone incorporates design elements from Yamaha's professional and custom horns to provide student musicians an instrument that will encourage their progress. Educators frequently choose the durable and high-quality YAS-26 as a benchmark for beginning alto saxophonists. Budding saxophonists will appreciate the YAS-26's smooth playability, accurate intonation, and rich, full tone, while band directors will value its solid construction. The affordable YAS-26 helps new saxophonists start their musical journey on the right foot. Redesigned Neck Receiver Promotes Response and Durability Yamaha redesigned the YAS-26's neck receiver to increase the saxophone's responsiveness, playability, and durability. This neck receiver allows for a quick response and easy play while strengthening the mechanism. Adjustable Thumb Rest Provides Precise, Comfortable Hand Position The YAS-26 features an adjustable thumb rest that permits saxophonists to find an exact, relaxed hand and fingering position. The adjustable thumb rest helps new players develop proper technique and hand position early on. Improved Low B-C# Mechanism Delivers Clear, Consistent Response Yamaha improved the mechanism connecting low B and C# keys to ensure the low C# key closes consistently and produces a clear response from the lowest notes. The improved low B-C# mechanism helps beginning saxophonists play smoothly throughout the instrument's range. Nickel-Plated Keys Provide Visual Appeal The YAS-26's nickel-plated keys give the alto saxophone a polished, professional appearance that saxophonists will appreciate as their skills develop. The keys' finish contributes to the instrument's high-quality look and feel.

This standard saxophone plays with ease and comfort for the beginning musician. The YAS-26 combines state-of-the-art production expertise with design elements of Yamaha professional and custom saxophones. The result is an entry-level instrument that delivers the response intonation and tone needed to help developing musicians achieve success.