The 280 saxophones provide beginners with a reliable instrument to start playing on. They offer a characteristically bright saxophone sound with excellent intonation and some surprisingly high quality features for an entry-level instrument.
Feature
YAS-280 Neck
It is easy to produce sound.
YAS-280 Neck receiver
A redesigned neck receiver promotes a quick response and ease of play while also increasing the durability of the mechanism.
Octave key with a regular joint to realize smoothness
A simple but functionable octave joint to realize smoothness.
62 shape
Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter.
Ergonomic key layout
Key layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress.
Regular key posts
This style of key posts reduces the resistance and makes the instrument easier to sound.
Two-piece bell
Two pieces of brass sheets are jointed together by the hands of craftsmen, then shaped to the bell with a machine.
J-style key guard
J-style integrated key guard protects the keys and pads from accidental damages.
Improved low B-C# connection
An improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument.
Case (ASC-200EII)
Semi-hard case offers a contemporary look and greater ease of transport.
The 280 saxophones provide beginners with a reliable instrument to start playing on. They offer a characteristically bright saxophone sound with excellent intonation and some surprisingly high quality features for an entry-level instrument.
Feature
YAS-280 Neck
It is easy to produce sound.
YAS-280 Neck receiver
A redesigned neck receiver promotes a quick response and ease of play while also increasing the durability of the mechanism.
Octave key with a regular joint to realize smoothness
A simple but functionable octave joint to realize smoothness.
62 shape
Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter.
Ergonomic key layout
Key layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress.
Regular key posts
This style of key posts reduces the resistance and makes the instrument easier to sound.
Two-piece bell
Two pieces of brass sheets are jointed together by the hands of craftsmen, then shaped to the bell with a machine.
J-style key guard
J-style integrated key guard protects the keys and pads from accidental damages.
Improved low B-C# connection
An improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument.
Case (ASC-200EII)
Semi-hard case offers a contemporary look and greater ease of transport.