Yamaha YTS-280 Tenor Saxophone
Description
The World's most popular student saxophone
This latest Yamaha YTS280 is generally regarded as one of the best student horns on the market. For getting started and even as a budget horn for a more advanced player- these are an ideal choice.
Description
The YTS280 is a sax that stands out from the pack when it comes to student horns - with its smooth key work, easy-blowing character and overall responsiveness this is a sax that is very hard to beat. Add to that the Yamaha 4C mouthpiece included as standard, rugged build quality, very good case, and the fact they hold their value exceptionally well.
Features
• Material: Brass
• Finish: Gold lacquer
• Key Touches: White polyester
• Neck: Yamaha
• Case: Light but very strong. W/ backpack straps and A4 pocket
• Mouthpiece: Plastic Yamaha 4c
• Made in: Indonesia
• Free Professional Set Up & Free Check over within a Year
• Recommended for: Ease of use. Great ergonomics for beginners
Product Reviews
The build quality, tuning, and ergonomics are some of the best in class. As with most student saxes the tone is on the light and bright side - there has to be a reason to buy the more expensive models! Phill Straker - SAX
Delivery & Returns
UK mainland
Free delivery over £100
Enjoy free delivery on all orders over £100 to mainland UK addresses.
Worldwide shipping
Fast. Fully insured.
Fully insured international delivery, with the final landed cost paid at checkout.
Returns
14 days to return
Online purchases can be returned within 14 days of receipt. Exclusions apply to:
- Custom-ordered goods
- Products with broken hygiene seals, including reeds and mouthpieces
- Digital download codes and software licences
Online purchases cannot be returned to our retail stores.
Which Yamaha is right for you?
Jim compares the YAS-280, YAS-62 & YAS-875EX
The SAX workshop promise
Expertly set up.
Ready to play.
Free 42-point professional set-up
Every saxophone is checked and set up by our experienced technicians before it leaves us. From your first instrument to your next professional horn, you receive the same specialist care — at no extra cost.
Every new saxophone also includes a free checkover within one year of purchase. Bring it back to us to keep it playing at its best.

