In creating the new YSL-871 alto trombone, Yamaha has effectively combined its advanced wind instrument technology, nurtured in the making of the Xeno series, with traditional craftsmanship in a basic design. This instrument features a brilliant, rich sound and superior intonation. It gives artists amazing expressive freedom for optimum performance in all genres and styles—an essential quality for today's wide-ranging musical scene—and is certain be loved by trombone players all over the world.
- Level: Professional Alto
- Key of: Eb
- Bore: S: 0.470" – 0.490" Dual Bore
- Bell Diameter: 7 1/8"
- Shank: Medium
- Leadpipe: Gold Brass; Fixed
- Body Material: Yellow Brass
- Bell Material: Yellow Brass; One-piece; Hand Hammered
- Weight: Standard
- Finish: Clear Lacquer
- Inner Slide: Chrome-plated nickel silver; Drawn
- Outer Slide: Nickel-silver; One-piece
- Mouthpiece: Mouthpiece
- Pistons/Rotors: Trill rotor with 1/2 and whole step slides available (YSL-872)
