YAMAHA / YDS-152 Digital Saxophone

A digital saxophone with a bell-integrated acoustic system for natural sound and vibration feedback. Features 89 sounds including 56 saxophone voices, saxophone-style keys, a breath sensor, and 15 volume levels. USB Type-C, YDS Controller, and Rec'n'Share support practice, detailed settings, and recording.

■Digital saxophone
■Mouthpiece, reed, and ligature: Compatible with alto saxophone accessories
■Bell-integrated acoustic system
Sound and vibration from the digital unit are transmitted to the yellow-brass bell, making the entire instrument resonate. Vibration also reaches the keys and mouthpiece for a playing feel close to an acoustic saxophone.
■Keys: Saxophone-based layout, with High-F#, front F, and Low A
■Breath sensor: Volume and tone can change in response to breath pressure
■Sound engine: AWM sampling
■Preset sounds: 89, including 56 saxophone sounds
■Volume: 15 adjustable levels
■Keys: E♭, B♭, C (linked to the selected sound)
■Pitch: 427.0–453.0 Hz
■Inputs/outputs
Headphones: Stereo mini jack
AUX IN: Stereo mini jack
USB TO HOST: USB Type-C
Supports indoor headphone practice, connection to external speakers, and playing with accompaniment from a smartphone or other audio source.
Sounds include electronic instruments, shakuhachi, Irish pipes, violin, flute, clarinet, trumpet, and more.
■Dedicated app: YDS Controller
Install on a smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth MIDI connection enables detailed sound, effect, and fingering settings.
■Rec'n'Share support
Record video and audio while playing along with songs on a smart device. Practice features include tempo changes and A–B repeat.
■Dimensions: W110 × H699 × D103 mm
■Weight: 1.0 kg (excluding batteries)
■Power: USB power adapter (5 V / 1 A) or 4 AAA batteries
■Power consumption: 4.5 W
■Auto power-off function
■Included accessories: Mouthpiece, synthetic reed, ligature, mouthpiece cap, dedicated soft case, strap, spare synthetic reed, spare O-ring