PROFESSIONAL, INTERMEDIATE
ALTO AND TENOR SAXOPHONES INTRODUCED
ANAHEIM, CA—Yamaha Corporation of America, Band &
Orchestral Division, will introduce professional and intermediate
alto and tenor saxophones at Winter NAMM 2003.
The YAS-62II professional model alto saxophone and the YTS-62II
professional tenor saxophone replace the YAS-62 and YTS-62,
respectively. Both models come with the popular G1 neck, which
is very open and free blowing. Annealing used in the manufacturing
process gives the horns quick response, and updated pads with
a silicon treatment make them more durable. The saxophones also
include a lightweight case with a carrying strap.
"For many players, the 62 is the instrument that put
Yamaha saxophones on the map," says Kurt Witt, Wind Instrument
product manager. "Fans of the classic 62 Series won’t
be disappointed with the new horn. Even players that haven’t
tried Yamaha in a while will likely be blown away by the responsiveness
of the new 62II."
The YAS and YTS are currently available.
The YAS-475 intermediate alto and YTS-475 tenor saxophones
will also be introduced, replacing the 52 Series. The instruments
feature the high-quality neck that was used on the classic 62
Series saxophones. The horns have silicon treated pads to make
them waterproof and durable, stylish ABS resin cases which include
a shoulder strap and are stackable.
The new 475 intermediate saxophones now incorporate even more
vertical integration from higher to lower level models. "Our
customers will be very pleased with the added value of the professional
neck and pads incorporated into this intermediate level instrument,"
says Witt.
For more information, visit Yamaha at Winter NAMM 2003, in
the Marquis Ballroom at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel; or write
Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division,
3445 East Paris Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49518; call (616)
940-4900; send e-mail to infostation@yamaha.com;
or visit www.yamaha.com/band.
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