Best Sellers
Top products on Reverb over the past 90 days
Best Sellers in Band and Orchestra - Woodwind
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Yamaha YAS-23 Alto Saxophone
16 available from $475Built with a clear-baked epoxy lacquer, nickel-plated keys, and all yellow brass neck, body, and bell, the Yamaha YAS-23 Alto Saxophone is a formidable entry in the world of entry-level woodwind instruments. Built with a host of features associated with more expensive models like leather pads with wool felt and Front F auxiliary keys, the YAS-23 is as comfortable on a marching band practice field as it is in a jazz club. The predecessor to Yamaha's current student model, this sax's place as a discontinued instrument makes it much more affordable and a great choice for starter musicians. - 2
Gemeinhardt 2SP Straght-Headjoint Flute with Offset G
109 available from $57.05Harboring dreams of becoming a concert flautist or the next Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull)? The Gemeinhardt 2SP Student Flute will fit the bill. Gemeinhardt is the world’s largest maker of flutes and piccolos, so players can rest assured that this instrument has been engineered and manufactured with quality in mind, but at a price point comfortable for beginners. - 4
Selmer Bundy II Alto Saxophone
26 available from $145The Selmer Bundy II Alto Saxophone is generally considered an excellent beginner or student-level alto saxophone. - 5
Yamaha YAS-200ADII Alto Saxophone
12 available from $800The YAS-200AD is the predecessor of Yamaha's YAS-23 student model. The second generation features an improved neck receiver.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, Front F auxiliary keys - 7
Yamaha YTS-23 Tenor Saxophone
7 available from $800The YTS-23 is the discontinued predecessor to Yamaha's current student model, the YTS-26.
Years of production: 1990s-ca. 2010
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, polyester key buttons, Front F auxiliary keys - 9
Yamaha YFL-222 Standard Flute
18 available from $349The Yamaha YFL-222 Standard Offset G C-Foot Flute brings clutch features from the beginner's series like a silver-plated nickel silver body and keys with the addition of easier-playing closed holes for newcomers.
- Body: Nickel silver with undercut embouchure
- Keys: French-style nickel silver with closed holes and pointed key arms
- Other Features: Key of C, neoprene key bumpers, footjoint alignment marking, stainless steel spring
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Yamaha YAS-52 Alto Saxophone
6 available from $1,595The YAS-52 is the discontinued predecessor to Yamaha's current YAS-475. The YAS-52 was intended as an intermediate, transitory model for advanced beginners.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, Front F auxiliary keys - 12
Selmer 1492B Student Model Oboe
9 available from $445The Selmer 1492B Student Model Oboe provides beginners with a rock-steady instrument ready for the rigors of a school environment with a build and sound that are nothing short of professional. Built on the foundation of a Resonite body in woodgrain finish for durable style, the 1492B is complemented with a silver-plated key system and high-contour cork pads that make playing easy without sacrificing tone. An ideal companion for high school or college students looking to learn a woodwind. - 14
Yamaha YFL-221 Student Flute
17 available from $349The Yamaha YFL-221 Student Flute offers that first step for beginners to take the plunge into the woodwind family with a quality build that will last into your intermediate years. Comprised of silver-plated nickel in the headjoint, body, and footjoint, the YFL-221 even, mellifluent character is complemented by a stronger post design, neoprene bumpers, and easily manipulated adjustment screws for a strong instrument that has plenty of tone to match. Comes in the key of C. - 20
Yamaha YCL-200AD Bb Advantage Clarinet
8 available from $349.85The Yamaha YCL-200AD Bb Advantage Clarinet is built with a wood-like resin compound through the barrel and 65mm length for an easier time learning the instrument and an attainable price tag.
- Body: Matte ABS resin in the barrel, body, and bell
- Keys: 17 keys and 6 rings in nickel plating with Boehm fingering system
- Bore: Molded with straight tone holes and tapered undercut
- Other Features: Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, 65mm barrel length, synthetic Valentino pads, fixed thumb rest
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Yamaha YTS-52 Tenor Saxophone
One available for $2,000The YTS-52 is an intermediate tenor saxophone and is the predecessor to Yamaha's current YTS-475 model.
Features: Tilting style spatula keys, tapered pivot screws, adjustable key guard felts, baked epoxy lacquer, engraved bell - 23
Selmer 1400B Student Model Bb Clarinet
9 available from $149.99Constructed on the base of designs conceived by founder George Bundy, the Selmer 1400B Student Model Bb Clarinet sports beginner-friendly large bores while retaining the rich sound of professional models.
- Body: Resin construction
- Keys: Drop-forged nickel silver keys with wider pinky keys
- Bore Style: Large 0.59" bore with straight tone holes
- Other Features: Wood-like satin finish
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Yamaha YTS-26 Standard Tenor Saxophone
8 available from $1,675Built on specifications of their higher-end models using more cost-effective techniques and materials, the YAS-26 is designed for students and beginners.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, polyester key buttons, Front F auxiliary keys - 29
Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z Tenor Saxophone
16 available from $4,750Crafted on the design of classic Yamaha 62 models, the YTS-82Z is a part of the company's professional Custom Z series.
The second generation features a one-piece hand engraved bell, V1 neck, and adjustable Front F key.
Years of production: 2012-present
Features: French brass neck/body/bell, annealed neck, Yamaha Custom G1 Neck, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, blue steel springs, polyester key buttons, adjustable Front F and High F# auxiliary keys - 30
Yamaha YTS-62 Tenor Saxophone
7 available from $2,199.99Based on the specifications of the company's original flagship 62 series, the YTS-62 is Yamaha's most popular professional series tenor saxophone.
Years of production: ca. 1990-2000
Features: Annealed yellow brass neck/body/bell, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha G1 mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, tilting-style low Bb spatula keys, polyester key buttons, Front F and High F# auxiliary keys - 33
Yamaha YTS-62III Professional Tenor Saxophone
21 available from $2,715Based on the specifications of the company's original flagship 62 series, the YTS-62 is Yamaha's most popular professional series tenor saxophone.
The third generation features a slighter bore through the neck intended to produce better response and control.
Years of production: ca. 2010-present
Features: Annealed yellow brass neck/body/bell, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha G1H mouthpiece, plastic tone boosters, tilting-style low Bb spatula keys, polyester key buttons, Front F and High F# auxiliary keys - 41
Yamaha YAS-200AD Alto Saxophone
8 available from $700The YAS-200AD is the predecessor of Yamaha's YAS-23 student model and features power-forged keys, adjustable key guard felts and tapered pivot screws.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, Front F auxiliary keys - 42
Yamaha YAS-62III Professional Alto Saxophone
27 available from $2,349.61Conceived as a professional instrument available at an affordable price point, the YAS-62 is based on Yamaha's well-known 61 line. The saxophone implements professional elements such as tilting low Bb spatula keys, refined key shape, and annealed brass for denser material and clearer tone.
The third generation features a slimmer neck designed to more easily attain consistent tone.
Years of production:1979-present
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha AS4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, polyester tone buttons, Front F auxiliary keys - 45
Yamaha YTS-62II Tenor Saxophone
4 available from $2,599.99Based on the specifications of the company's original flagship 62 series, the YTS-62 is Yamaha's most popular professional series tenor saxophone.
The second generation featured a redesigned neck and octave key, silicon-treated leather pads, and blue steel needle strings.
Years of production: ca. 1990-2000
Features: Annealed yellow brass neck/body/bell, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha G1H mouthpiece, plastic tone boosters, tilting-style low Bb spatula keys, polyester key buttons, Front F and High F# auxiliary keys - 50
Yamaha YOB-241 Standard Oboe
11 available from $350Combining features like a beginner-friendly Conservatoire system and ABS resin body with the design of professional models, the Yamaha YOB-241 Student Series Standard Oboe is a well-crafted introduction to the world of woodwind.
- Body: ABS resin in the upper joint, lower joint, and bell
- Keys: Covered nickel silver in Simplified Conservatoire system with semiautomatic octave keys
- Bore Style: American with undercut tone holes and fixed thumb rest
- Other Features: Key of C, silver plating, stainless steel spring
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Yamaha YTS-480 Intermediate Tenor Saxophone
6 available from $1,820.95The YTS-480 is designed as an intermediate model for beginners/students to transition into a higher-quality model. The saxophone features a neck based on the specifications of Yamaha's professional YTS-62 series.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, annealed neck, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, polyester key buttons, Front F and High F# auxiliary keys - 52
Armstrong 103 Student Model Open-Hole Flute
10 available from $175The Armstrong 103 Student Model Flute gets beginners up and running with an open hole design that allows beginners to develop their playing while keeping adjustments and repairs easy.
- Body: Silver-plated nickel in the body and headjoint
- Keys: Silver-plated Y-arm with closed holes, inline G and C feet
- Other Features: Top adjusting screws, silver-plated mechanism
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Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone
23 available from $4,399Based on the scale of the original Yamaha 62 models, the Custom Z series combines high-quality construction and materials with modern production with the aim of recreating classic saxophones.
The second generation features an adjustable Front F key, metal resonators, V1 neck and one-piece bell.
Years of production: 2013-present
Features: Custom G1 neck, annealed French brass bell/neck/body, mother of pearl keys, Yamaha 4CM, leather/wool felt pads, plastic tone boosters, engraved bell, - 58
Yamaha YSS-475II Intermediate Soprano Saxophone
5 available from $3,483.99The second generation of the YSS-475 series features upgraded components based on elements of the Custom EX series.
Years of production: ca. 2010-present
Features: Custom spatula, laser engraved bell, yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, blue steel needle springs, welded mounting, leather and wool felt pad, plastic tone boosters - 61
Yamaha YAS-82Z Custom Z Alto Saxophone
5 available from $50Based on the scale of the original Yamaha 62 models, the Custom Z series combines high-quality construction and materials with modern production with the aim of recreating classic saxophones.
Years of production: 2003-present
Features: Custom G1 neck, annealed French brass bell/neck/body, mother of pearl keys, Yamaha 4CM, leather/wool felt pads, plastic tone boosters, engraved bell, - 64
Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom EX Tenor Saxophone
8 available from $4,199.99Based on the specifications of the original Custom 875, the EX series features a slew of improvements including modified key buttons, a Custom E1 neck and a two-point bell brace.
Years of production: ca. 2010-present
Features: handmade neck, French brass body, bell and key, mother of pearl buttons, gold baked epoxy lacquer, hand-engraved bell, high F# key, Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece, blue steel needle springs, leather pads and plastic tone boosters. - 76
Selmer 201HS* Paris 201 Series Bb Standard Clarinet Mouthpiece - HS*, Close/Medium
12 available from $27.50 - 77
Yamaha YAS-475 Alto Saxophone
One available for $1,400The YAS-475 was intended as an intermediate model featuring a redesigned neck, silicon-treated leather, and a tilting style low Bb spatula key.
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, plastic tone boosters, nickel-plated keys, Front F auxiliary keys - 78
Yamaha YAS-62 Alto Saxophone
2 available from $1,999Conceived as a professional instrument available at an affordable price point, the YAS-62 is based on Yamaha's well-known 61 line. The saxophone implements professional elements such as tilting low Bb spatula keys, refined key shape, and annealed brass for denser material and clearer tone.
Years of production:1979-present
Features: Yellow brass neck/body/bell, hand-engraved bell, Yamaha AS4C mouthpiece, leather pads with wool felt, polyester tone buttons, Front F auxiliary keys
