YAMAHASoprano Saxophone, YDS-120

Q: Do the keys require the same amount of pressure to push down as a standard tenor sax?

The pressure required is a bit less, but still not too far off from playing a real sax. Of course the size of the horn is closer to a soprano, so the spacing is not the same as a tenor. I would liken it to the difference between a real piano and a weighted keyboard, i.e. similar enough to be a helpful practice tool, but it is not quite the same.

Q: What is it like to clean this? Obviously, it will fill with saliva and must be swabbed...or something.

The manual recommends to remove, wash, and dry the mouthpiece after each playing (which, just like on the real saxophones I own, I do not actually do). To answer your question, there is a plastic tube (like an aquarium air hose) running from the mouthpiece end of the horn down to the bell, and that is where the saliva drains, very similar to a regular soprano sax.

Q: Does this saxophone sound like a tenor saxophone or alto saxophone?

It’s neither. It has digital saxophone sounds( soprano, alto, tenor? Baritone etc.)

Q: What type of mouthpiece does it use. Can one use a regular acoustic mouthpiece for soprano or alto and use real reeds? How is the sound be muffled?

The mouthpiece and reed are just so it feels like playing a sax and don’t change the sound quality—it’s just registering your breath, not actually making the sound. You can take the mouthpiece off and blow in the hole and play it that way too.

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Colour
black
Brand
YAMAHA
Instrument key
b cup
Material
Plastic
Style
YDS-120

🎧Headphone & Aux input

🎷73 versatile voices

🎚️15-step volume control

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Description

🎷 Elevate your sax game—practice anywhere, sound like everywhere!

ERGONOMIC DESIGN - Lightweight (821g) with a specially designed mouthpiece for comfort during extended sessions.
SILENT PRACTICE MODE - Plug in headphones and play anytime without disturbing your surroundings—ideal for busy professionals.
VERSATILE SOUND PALETTE - Explore 73 unique voices, including 56 saxophone tones, to elevate your musical creativity.
AUTHENTIC SAX EXPERIENCE - Enjoy the same key layout as a traditional acoustic saxophone for seamless transition and mastery.
PRECISION VOLUME MASTERY - Fine-tune your sound with 15 distinct volume levels for perfect practice or performance.

The YAMAHA YDS-120 Soprano Saxophone is a lightweight, professional-grade digital sax with 15-step volume control, headphone and Aux inputs, and 73 voices including 56 saxophone sounds. It features the same key layout as an acoustic saxophone and a specially designed mouthpiece, making it perfect for all skill levels and seamless practice on the go.

Specifications

Product Dimensions	56.69 x 11 x 9.4 cm; 821 g
Item model number	YDS-120
Colour	black
Compatible Devices	iPhone, Android
Material Type	Plastic
Instrument Key	b cup
Size	YDS-120
Proficiency Level	All
Item Weight	821 g

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Do the keys require the same amount of pressure to push down as a standard tenor sax?

What is it like to clean this? Obviously, it will fill with saliva and must be swabbed...or something.

Does this saxophone sound like a tenor saxophone or alto saxophone?

What type of mouthpiece does it use. Can one use a regular acoustic mouthpiece for soprano or alto and use real reeds? How is the sound be muffled?

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