Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Saxophone
£649.00
Condition: Good used condition. Plays great.
Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Saxophone, a popular and reliable instrument well known for its excellent playability, comfortable keywork, and dependable performance. An excellent choice for beginners, students, or anyone looking for a quality Yamaha alto saxophone at an affordable price.
This saxophone has undergone a comprehensive full service in our workshop, where it was carefully dismantled, cleaned, inspected, reassembled, and adjusted. The instrument has also been play-tested following completion of the service.
The saxophone has received the following professional servicing:
Full Strip-Down: The instrument was completely dismantled to allow for thorough cleaning, inspection, and servicing.
Body Cleaning: The saxophone body was carefully cleaned inside and out.
Keywork Servicing: All keywork components, including screws and rods, were degreased, cleaned, and re-oiled during reassembly.
Pad Inspection & Treatment: All pads were inspected, cleaned, and treated. They remain in good condition with useful life left, so replacement was not necessary.
Cork & Felt Inspection: All corks and felts were thoroughly inspected.
Full Regulation & Adjustment: All pads were checked for proper sealing, and the keywork was adjusted and regulated for reliable operation.
Key Height Adjustment: Key heights were checked and adjusted as required.
Neck Assembly Service: The neck assembly was cleaned and fitted with a new cork.
Mouthpiece Cleaning & Preparation: The Yamaha 4C mouthpiece was thoroughly cleaned and sanitised, then fitted with a new premium BG France mouthpiece cushion.
Final Play-Test: Upon completion of the service, the saxophone was play-tested to check its overall performance and functionality.
Cosmetic Condition:
Please note that the saxophone has some visible cosmetic scratches on one side of the body, likely resulting from contact with a surface during previous ownership.
These scratches are cosmetic only and do not affect the instrument's playability or functionality.
The saxophone has been professionally serviced and play-tested in our workshop. Please refer to the photographs for a closer look at the cosmetic condition.
The sale includes:
Yamaha YAS-280 Alto Saxophone
Yamaha 4C Mouthpiece, fitted with a new BG France mouthpiece cushion
Yamaha Ligature
Original Yamaha Carrying Case
A professionally serviced and play-tested Yamaha alto saxophone, complete with its Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, ligature, and original case. An excellent opportunity to purchase a quality instrument that has received proper attention in our workshop before sale.
If you have any questions or would like to arrange a play-test, please feel free to contact us.