Xeno feature a heavier gauge brass and a thick-walled, one-piece brazed bell which has been hand-hammered thousands of times for the ultimate in a big orchestral sound. The open-wrap F section gives a free-blowing response and the entire instrument has an evenness and balance you have to experience to believe. The tone is flexible with myriad tonal colors, and gives you both powerful projection at fortissimo and subtle control in the most delicate passages. This may well be the most expressive orchestral style trombone ever created.
Features
One piece hand hammered bell
A one-piece bell has an axial (lengthwise) seam, making it a continuous extension of the instrument's material. This results in pure, uniform resonance and superior tone.
Features
One piece hand hammered bell
A one-piece bell has an axial (lengthwise) seam, making it a continuous extension of the instrument's material. This results in pure, uniform resonance and superior tone.
Larger bell
The bell is 8 2/3" in diameter. The larger bell in combination with other design improvements, produces a singing, colorful open sound with a projecting solid core.
Open wrap F attachment
The open wrap has a more open feel and quicker response while using the F attachment.
Narrow slide
Having a narrow slide results in a faster slide technique allowing the player to get around the horn easier.
Rounded Slide Crook
Eliminating sharp turns in the crook will open the feel and response of the instrument.
Adjustable Thumb Paddle
The rotor paddle is adjustable for optimum comfort.
Counter Balance Weight
Adding a weight contributes to the trombones foucsed projecting sound.
Mechanical Linkage
Using a mechanical linkage on a rotor gives it strong, smooth operation.
Slide lock
The unique slide lock design on all Yamaha trombones keeps the slide locked in place and keeps it from accidentally falling.
Pressure-formed tubing
Perfectly rounded tubing results in less turbulence and smoother air flow.
Newly designed case
The new case is a compact contoured shape.
Optional Features
Accessories
| Included Accessories | |
|---|---|
| YAC SLC-88U | Case for Xeno series trombones |
| YAC PSULLIVAN | Peter Sullivan Signature Series mouthpiece |
| 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
Specs
Specifications
| Level | Xeno Tenor | |
|---|---|---|
| Key of | Bb / F | |
| Bore | 0.547" | |
| Bell Diameter | 8 2/3" | |
| Shank | Large | |
| Leadpipe | Yellow Brass; Fixed | |
| Body Material | Yellow Brass | |
| Bell Material | Yellow Brass; One-piece; Hand Hammered | |
| Weight | Standard | |
| Finish | Clear Epoxy Lacquer | |
| Inner Slide | Chrome-plated nickel silver; Drawn | |
| Outer Slide | Yellow brass; Drawn; One-piece | |
| Mouthpiece | Peter Sullivan Replica Series | |
| Features | Narrow slide; F-attachment (open wrap) | |
| Pistons/Rotors | Hand lapped; Mechanical linkage | |
| Options | Gold Brass Bell (YSL-882GO) | |


