The YSL-448G features beautiful rich tone, easy playability, and a balanced response. The bore and bell sizes are the same as professional models, and it boasts a handcrafted assembly which you would normally expect only for a top-of-the-line trombone. The 8-1/2" bell is made of gold brass for a warm, rich sound which can fill a concert hall and the intonation is very accurate. The slide action is smooth and the quick response and comfortable playability is consistent in almost any register, at almost any dynamic. The YSL-448G offers a large orchestral bore for powerful sound projection and features Yamaha's original wrap for the F-attachment, which is characterized by a surprisingly open, free-blowing response, and by remarkably smooth valve action.
Features
Inner slide
The chrome-plated, nickel silver, drawn inner slide is very durable and has a quick, sensitive response.
Features
Inner slide
The chrome-plated, nickel silver, drawn inner slide is very durable and has a quick, sensitive response.
Outer slide
The one-piece, drawn, nickel silver outer slide maintains an accurate diameter throughout its length, and this type of construction ensures, airtightness, smooth action, and exceptional durability and adds resonance to the sound.
Inner slide stockings
Specially designed one-piece inner slide stockings guarantee airtight slide construction, offer smoother slide action and better alignment, even in the extended 6th and 7th positions.
Refined F-attachment
The traditional Yamaha style semi-open wrap yields airflow throughout the F-attachment.
Upgraded bell materials
A gold brass bell provides a rich sound and flexible response usually reserved for professional models.
Weight distribution
Players are more comfortable playing the YSL-448G trombone because its superb weight distributions makes it easier to hold.
Laser-fused pluzuma welded bell
A high-energy laser fuses the brass together for a virtually seamless bell which allows continuous even vibrations.
Slide lock
The unique slide lock design on all Yamaha trombones keeps the slide locked in place and keeps it from accidentally falling.
Mouthpipe
Yamaha trombones have mouthpipes featuring special acoustic designs allowing for precise intonation and greater blowing control.
Accessories
| Included Accessories | |
|---|---|
| YAC SLC-210 | Case for 400 series trombones. |
| YAC SLL48 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; standard well-balanced design for full range of orchestral tenor trombone parts. |
| YAC 1020P | Trombone slide cream. |
| YAC 1099P | Untreated polish cloth; large |
| YAC 1665P | Trombone cleaning rod | Optional Accessories |
| YAC SLL47 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; facilitates good response and intonation for students and professionals alike. |
| YAC SLL48-GPR | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; gold-plated rim through backbore; standard, well-balanced design for full range of orchestral tenor trombone parts. |
| YAC SLL48D | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; balanced design but with deeper cup than 48 to facilitate rich, soft sound. |
| YAC SLL51 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; good for orchestral players, beginning bass trombonists and performers seeking dark, smooth tone. |
| YAC SLL51B | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; tailored to the needs of 1st trombone and euphonium players. |
| YAC SLL51C4 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; answers orchestral needs for dark tone and good response. |
| YAC SLL51D | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; specially designed for euphoniums, with pronounced cup depth for deep sound in hands of expert players. |
| YAC SLL52 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; larger rim diameter and cup volume than 51 for heavy, resonant sound by tenor trombone and euphonium players. |
| YAC SLL53 | Trombone/euphonium mouthpiece; designed to facilitate large, full sound favored by orchestral players. |
| YAC 1351 | Vinyl mouthpiece pouch; fits all low brass mouthpieces. |
| YAC 1375 | Trombone gig bag; black Cordura nylon; 3/4" impact resistant foam; 2 handholds; shoulder strap. |
| YAC 1505G | Trombone lyre; gold lacquer. |
| YAC 1505N | Trombone lyre; nickel plated |
| YAC KB510 | Trombone stand. |
| YAC MU-SL14S | Trombone mute; straight; aluminum. |
| YAC MU-SL16S | Trombone mute; aluminum with copper base. |
| YAC 080000 | Yellow rotor string; 2 meters |
| YAC 1002P | Rotor oil. |
| YAC 1021P | Trombone slide oil |
| YAC 1011P | Slide grease. |
| YAC 1012P | Premium rotor oil. |
| YAC 1013P | Rotor spindle oil. |
| YAC 1014P | Lever oil. |
| YAC 1060 | Lacquer polish. |
| YAC 1078P | Vinyl-coated flexible cleaning rod; large. |
| YAC 1084P | Brass mouthpiece brush. |
| YAC 1099P | Untreated polishing cloth; large. |
| YAC 1100 | Chamois-like polishing cloth. |
| YAC 1665P | Trombone cleaning rod. |
| YAC 1670P | Spray bottle. |
| YAC 1035P | Maintenance kit; trombone; slide cream. |
| YAC 1036P | Maintenance kit; trombone; liquid cream. |
| YAC EV-21 | Educational video: Don Knaub, "Steps to Excellence"; trombone. |
| SB59C | Trombone Silent Brass system |
| PM-5 | Silent Brass mute only |
Technology
Audio & Video
History
| Model | YSL-448G |
|---|---|
| Years | 1999- |
| Key | Bb/F |
| Bore | .547" |
| Bell Size | 8.5" |
| Current Model | Current |
Specs
Specifications
| Level | Intermediate Tenor | |
|---|---|---|
| Key of | Bb / F | |
| Bore | L: 0.547" | |
| Bell Diameter | 8 1/2" | |
| Shank | Large | |
| Leadpipe | Yellow Brass; Fixed | |
| Body Material | Yellow Brass | |
| Bell Material | Gold Brass; One-piece | |
| Weight | Standard | |
| Finish | Clear Lacquer | |
| Inner Slide | Chrome-plated nickel silver; Drawn | |
| Outer Slide | Brass; Drawn; One-piece | |
| Mouthpiece | L48 | |
| Features | F-attachment | |
| Pistons/Rotors | Hand lapped; String linkage | |


