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Built 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.

Harboring 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.

The 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

The Selmer Bundy II Alto Saxophone is generally considered an excellent beginner or student-level alto saxophone.

The 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

The 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

The 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.

Conceived 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

The 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

The 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

Based 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

Conceived 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

The 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

Based 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

The YSS-475 was Yamaha's intermediate level saxophone in production during the 2000s. 

Features: Custom spatula, yellow brass neck/body/bell, Yamaha 4C mouthpiece, blue steel needle springs, welded mounting, leather and wool felt pad, plastic tone boosters

The 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

The 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

Combining 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

The 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.

The 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

The 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

Built 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

Constructed 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