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*The saxophone (colloquially referred to as sax) is a conical-bored instrument of the woodwind family, usually made of brass and played with a single-reed mouthpiece like the clarinet. It was invented by Adolphe Sax around 1840. The saxophone is most commonly associated with popular music, big band music, and jazz, but it was originally intended as both an orchestral and military band instrument. Saxophone players are called saxophonists. The saxophone uses a single reed mouthpiece similar to that of a clarinet, but with a round or square evacuated inner chamber, also considerably larger and with cork adjusting to neck. The saxophone's body is effectively conical, giving it acoustic properties more similar to the oboe than to the clarinet. However, unlike the oboe, whose tube is a single cone, most saxophones have a distinctive curve at the bell. Straight soprano and sopranino saxophones are more common than curved ones, and a very few straight alto and tenor saxophones have been made, as novelties. Straight baritone sax and C melody saxophones have occasionally been made as custom instruments, but were never production items. There is some debate among sax players as to whether the curve affects the tone or not. *From Wikipedia |
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With a design based upon the Yamaha Professional and Custom saxophones, the Yamaha YAS-475 intermediate alto saxophone shares many of their features, including highly accurate intonation, warm tone, and a quick response. An excellent step-up alto saxophone, the YAS475 is lightweight yet durable, and comes with a classic 62-style neck for optimum sound and playability. Complete with an attractive, highly protective case, Yamaha 4C alto saxophone mouthpiece and a convenient shoulder strap sure to satisfy every advancing student.
The YAS-62IIS Professional Alto Saxophone features a newly designed neck reciever that allows you to project a more even tone. A custom-style octave key was redesigned for a smoother and quicker response. A silicon treatment helps protect the leather pads from moisture. Comes with blue steel springs for faster, more sensitive key response and higher resiliency. Annealing-a process of heating and cooling-gives the metal optimum density for superior tone. An adjustable thumb rest allows for precise and comfortable hand and fingering positions. The position, height, angle, and shape of the left-hand pinky keys have been re-designed for comfort and response. With an emphasis on comfort and speed, the key shape has been designed to allow you to hold the saxophone in a more natural manner.Key of Eb. Front F and high F# key, annealed yellow brass body, annealed yellow brass neck, 2-piece annealed yellow brass bell, yellow brass keys, polyester key buttons. Silver finish. Includes 4C mouthpiece, neckstrap, silver-plated ligature, silver-plated mouthpiece cap, and cork grease. 
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