Yamaha YSS-475 II Review: Intermediate Soprano Saxophone
The Yamaha YSS-475 II is a straight intermediate/semi-pro soprano: the “for years” choice if you want to play soprano seriously. […]
Yamaha YTS-480 Review: Intermediate Tenor Saxophone
The Yamaha YTS-480 is Yamaha’s intermediate tenor: the natural step above the YTS-280, with more tonal colour and better finish.
Yamaha YTS-280 Review: The Student Tenor Benchmark?
The Yamaha YTS-280 is the benchmark student tenor — the B♭ counterpart to the famous YAS-280 alto. For the dark,
Yamaha YAS-480 Review: Intermediate Alto Saxophone
The Yamaha YAS-480 is Yamaha’s intermediate alto: the natural step above the YAS-280, with more tonal colour and better finish,
Jupiter JAS500 Review: Is a Used One Still Worth It in 2026?
The Jupiter JAS500 is discontinued. Jupiter has replaced it with the JAS510 (sold as the JAS510Q in Europe), which the
Trevor James Classic II Review: Best Value Student Alto?
The Trevor James Classic II was a popular student alto from the respected British brand (it no longer appears in
Yamaha YAS-280 Review: Still the Best Beginner Alto?
The Yamaha YAS-280 is one of the best-selling student altos and the benchmark every beginner instrument is measured against. Does
Alto vs Tenor Saxophone: Which Should You Choose?
“Should I get an alto or a tenor?” is the most common question for new saxophonists. Both are great —
Electronic Saxophone: Buying Guide (Yamaha YDS, Roland Aerophone, Akai EWI)
An electronic saxophone lets you play through headphones without disturbing anyone, carry hundreds of sounds in a light instrument and
Saxophone Mouthpiece & Reeds: How to Choose (Charts)
Mouthpiece, reed and ligature make up your setup — and that’s where much of your sound comes from, more than