When designing the YCL-450 Series, Yamaha conceived it as an instrument that a player just starting out, would want to continue playing well into the future. These are all Grenadilla instruments designed with the know-how gained through years of experience crafting professional level instruments.
Please refer to table below for model specs
Features
Keys
While silver-plated keys of YCL-450 give a softer and warmer sound, nickel-plated keys of YCL-450N delivers a clear focused tone.
New adjustable thumb-rest and strap ring
A new adjustable thumb-rest accommodates different sized hands helping the player develop proper playing technique. In addition, a strap ring allows for the instrument to be held without extra effort. Firmer screws and silver soldered ring gives this new feature excellent durability.
Optional Eb lever
YCL-450E with Eb lever is available as an optional extra.
Case
CLC-400EII is a semi-hard case that can be carried in your hand, over your shoulder, or like a backpack.
Specs
| Model | YCL-450 | YCL-450N |
| Key | Bb | Bb |
| Fingering System | Boehm, 17 keys, 6 rings | Boehm, 17 keys, 6 rings |
| Barrel Length | 65mm | 65mm |
| Toneholes | Tapered tone holes with tapered undercut | Tapered tone holes with tapered undercut |
| Thumb-rest | Adjustable with strap ring | Adjustable with strap ring |
| Material | Body: Grenadilla Keys: Silver-plated nickel silver |
Body: Grenadilla Keys: Nickel-plated nickel silver |
| Mouthpiece | 4C | 4C |
| Case | Included | Included |