YAMAHA YAS26 Student Alto Sax - Gold If you are someone looking to learn the alto saxophone yourself, or a parent looking to choose the best for your son or daughter, then you need to look no further than the Yamaha YAS26 student alto saxophone. This saxophone is the No.1 choice of Music Educators right across Australia, because it has proven itself over and over again! This solidly made alto saxophone will stand the rigors of student use, yet will play with wonderful tone and intonation every time. It has been designed to make it for students to achieve a great sound. It also comes with a padded case cover to insure safe travel to and from lessons. A Quick Look at the Yamaha YAS26 Student Alto Saxophone. New neck receiver with a durable screw A redesigned neck receiver promotes a quick response and ease of play while also increasing the durability of the mechanism. Improved Low B-C# connection An improved mechanism from low B-C# ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument. Adjustable thumb-rest All Yamaha saxophones feature an adjustable thumb-rest to allow for precise and comfortable hand and fingering position. Nickel-plated keys Durable and resistant to wear.