Yamaha standard trombones were designed to make it easier for beginning students to sound good as soon as possible. Produced in Yamaha workshops by highly trained craftspeople, the YSL-354 is made with the same consistent manufacturing processes as Yamaha uses on their top of the line models. Several top artists have commented that Yamaha standard models are very close to professional models in quality, yet are much easier for beginners to play. Each instrument is test-played and inspected by an expert, ensuring durable, high quality trombones which offer a perfect entry into the world of music.