Yamaha AS-100 Alto Saxophone Serial No. 029170 (Circa 1998) – Made in Japan | Mechanically Refurbished | Reliable Student Alto Saxophone

The Yamaha AS-100 Alto Saxophone, serial number 029170, dating from circa 1998, is a highly regarded Made in Japan student instrument built during Yamaha's renowned Japanese production era. Developed as a market-specific version of the legendary YAS-23, the AS-100 shares the same dependable design, excellent intonation, and effortless playability that have made Yamaha student saxophones the benchmark for generations of musicians.

Manufactured in Hamamatsu, Japan, the AS-100 offers the exceptional build quality and precision engineering for which Yamaha is famous. Designed to withstand years of regular use while remaining easy to play and maintain, it is an ideal choice for students, school musicians, adult beginners, and returning players seeking a quality instrument with proven reliability.

This alto saxophone has been mechanically refurbished by an experienced technician. The mechanism has been carefully inspected, regulated, adjusted, and play-tested to ensure smooth, reliable performance and excellent playing characteristics.

The AS-100 produces a bright, balanced tone with accurate intonation and an easy-blowing response, allowing developing musicians to build confidence and technique from the very first notes. Its comfortable ergonomic keywork and durable construction have made it a favourite among teachers and repair technicians alike.

Features

• Authentic Yamaha AS-100 Alto Saxophone

• Serial Number 029170

• Circa 1998

• Made in Japan

• Mechanically refurbished and performance ready

• Proven Yamaha reliability and durability

• Easy-blowing response with excellent intonation

• Comfortable ergonomic keywork

• Bright, balanced tone suitable for all musical styles

• Ideal for students, school bands, adult beginners, and returning players

• Includes case (where applicable)

Why Choose the Yamaha AS-100?

The Yamaha AS-100 delivers everything players have come to expect from Yamaha: exceptional reliability, consistent performance, and outstanding build quality. Sharing its design heritage with the highly respected YAS-23, it offers many of the same playing characteristics that have made Yamaha student saxophones the first choice of music educators around the world.

This Made in Japan example, serial number 029170, represents the quality and precision of Yamaha's celebrated Hamamatsu factory. Japanese-built Yamaha saxophones are renowned for their longevity, mechanical accuracy, and excellent resale value, making them a smart investment for developing musicians.

Offering exceptional value, proven reliability, and genuine Japanese craftsmanship, the AS-100 remains one of the best choices for anyone seeking a quality student saxophone with Yamaha's legendary reputation behind it.

If you're searching for a Made in Japan Yamaha AS-100 Alto Saxophone, a reliable student saxophone, or a quality value alto saxophone, this circa 1998, serial number 029170, mechanically refurbished example represents an outstanding opportunity to own one of Yamaha's most dependable and respected student instruments.