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Used Yamaha Immaculate Yamaha YSS-475 Soprano Saxophone (Serviced and Ready to Play) - Mint Condition
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Listed 1 month ago
This Yamaha YSS-475 soprano sax is in absolute mint condition—honestly, you'd be hard-pressed to tell it apart from a brand-new one, since it's only seen a handful of gentle playing sessions over its life. I've always handled it with the utmost care, keeping it safely tucked away when not in use, which means the gold lacquer finish remains flawless: no dents, no dings, no scratches, not even faint signs of wear or fingerprints that have built up over time—it still catches the light with that fresh-out-of-the-factory gleam.
The keys, rods, and entire mechanism move with silky smoothness and precision, feeling light, fast, and incredibly responsive from the lowest notes right up through the altissimo range, just as responsive as the day it was made. Everything seals perfectly, the springs are crisp and lively, and the action is effortless without any sticking or sluggishness. I recently had it go through a complete professional service and thorough tune-up, so the pads are in prime condition, the intonation is dialed in beautifully across the full range, and the whole horn blows freely with even response and that signature clear, versatile tone this model is loved for.
Yamaha designed the YSS-475 to bring a lot of professional-level performance into an intermediate instrument, pulling inspiration from their higher-end Custom series. It features a straight, one-piece neck integrated seamlessly with the body for consistent airflow and rock-solid intonation, a lightweight yellow brass construction that makes it comfortable to hold and play for long stretches without fatigue, and an ergonomic key layout that feels natural right away—especially if you're transitioning from alto or tenor and want something that doesn't fight you on playability or pitch. The high F# key and front F give you those handy alternate fingerings, and the overall build quality shines through in how well it handles everything from lush, breathy subtone work (think classic Zoot Sims vibes) to bright, projecting leads and everything in between. It's incredibly flexible tonally, with outstanding response that lets you whisper soft dynamics or push for a big, resonant sound without any strain or unevenness.
This one has truly been babied from the start, never gigged hard or exposed to rough conditions, so it plays like a much more expensive horn—reliable, inspiring, and ready to jump into any musical situation with zero setup needed. If you're searching for a soprano that combines Yamaha's legendary durability and precision engineering with that professional feel and beautiful tone, all while being in pristine, near-new shape, this is about as good as it gets.
The keys, rods, and entire mechanism move with silky smoothness and precision, feeling light, fast, and incredibly responsive from the lowest notes right up through the altissimo range, just as responsive as the day it was made. Everything seals perfectly, the springs are crisp and lively, and the action is effortless without any sticking or sluggishness. I recently had it go through a complete professional service and thorough tune-up, so the pads are in prime condition, the intonation is dialed in beautifully across the full range, and the whole horn blows freely with even response and that signature clear, versatile tone this model is loved for.
Yamaha designed the YSS-475 to bring a lot of professional-level performance into an intermediate instrument, pulling inspiration from their higher-end Custom series. It features a straight, one-piece neck integrated seamlessly with the body for consistent airflow and rock-solid intonation, a lightweight yellow brass construction that makes it comfortable to hold and play for long stretches without fatigue, and an ergonomic key layout that feels natural right away—especially if you're transitioning from alto or tenor and want something that doesn't fight you on playability or pitch. The high F# key and front F give you those handy alternate fingerings, and the overall build quality shines through in how well it handles everything from lush, breathy subtone work (think classic Zoot Sims vibes) to bright, projecting leads and everything in between. It's incredibly flexible tonally, with outstanding response that lets you whisper soft dynamics or push for a big, resonant sound without any strain or unevenness.
This one has truly been babied from the start, never gigged hard or exposed to rough conditions, so it plays like a much more expensive horn—reliable, inspiring, and ready to jump into any musical situation with zero setup needed. If you're searching for a soprano that combines Yamaha's legendary durability and precision engineering with that professional feel and beautiful tone, all while being in pristine, near-new shape, this is about as good as it gets.
