Yamaha YSL-881 Xeno Custom Bb Trombone, Yellow Brass Bell

Name: Yamaha YSL-881 Xeno Custom Bb Trombone, Yellow Brass Bell
Brand: Yamaha
Price: 3224 EUR
Availability: BackOrder

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Estimated delivery: 30th - 31st July

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If your goods develop a fault within the warranty period, we'll quickly repair or replace the item for you. If the fault occurs within the first 180 days of your ownership, we'll collect the goods and deliver them back to you free of charge.

We're unable to accept returns of any custom-made items designed to work together as a unique package. Some items are only eligible for the money-back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging.

For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information page.

If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.

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Summary of returns policies and timescales

This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.

UK & Europe	EU Standard	Gear4music Standard	Gear4music Optional
Return Period	14 days	30 days	up to 180 days
Standard delivery charges refunded?	Yes	Yes	Yes, up to 30 days
Upgraded delivery charges refunded?	Standard costs only	Standard costs only	Standard costs only
Free collection on cancellation	No	No	Yes, up to 30 days
Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 14 days	Yes, within 30 days

We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.

Add a 10 year warranty: 242,00 € Includes 60 day money back guarantee

Bell Material:

Brass
Gold Brass

Trombone Type:

Bb Tenor
Bb/F Tenor

Key Features

Heavier gauge brass gives stable response
One-piece hand-hammered bell delivers focused orchestral projection
Yellow brass bell produces clear tone with lively response
Large bore design delivers broad, resonant orchestral sound
Narrow slide construction supports fast, agile slide technique

Yamaha YSL-881 Xeno Custom Bb Trombone, Yellow Brass Bell Overview

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The Yamaha YSL-881 Xeno Custom Bb Trombone is suited to orchestral players seeking broad projection, tonal flexibility, and refined control. Built in Japan as part of Yamaha?s Xeno series, this Bb trombone combines heavier gauge brass construction with a one-piece hand-hammered yellow brass bell to create a clear, focused sound with strong projection and balanced response. The thick-walled bell design helps maintain stability across the full dynamic range, whether you?re playing delicate passages or projecting through larger ensembles.

The large 220 mm bell and 13.89 mm bore provide an open, resonant feel suited to symphonic performance, while the narrow slide construction supports quick, controlled slide movement during technical passages. Yamaha pairs a yellow brass outer slide with a nickel silver inner slide for smooth, reliable action during regular rehearsals and concerts. Finished in gold lacquer and supplied with an SL48L mouthpiece and case, the YSL-881 is designed for demanding professional playing situations.

Product Ref: 72064

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Designed for orchestral projection

The YSL-881 is built to deliver the broad, focused sound many orchestral players look for in a professional trombone. Yamaha uses heavier gauge brass throughout the instrument to help create a stable, centred response, particularly at louder dynamics where projection and control become increasingly important. The large 220 mm bell also contributes to the trombone’s open feel, helping notes speak clearly across the full range of the instrument. Whether you’re performing in a symphony orchestra, brass section, or audition setting, the YSL-881 maintains clarity and balance while supporting expressive phrasing and strong dynamic contrast.

Yellow brass bell for clear response

The one-piece yellow brass bell is hand-hammered thousands of times to improve resonance, consistency, and projection. Yellow brass produces a clear, direct sound with strong presence, helping the trombone respond quickly across a wide range of dynamics. This gives the instrument flexibility for both powerful orchestral passages and more controlled, delicate playing. The thick-walled bell construction also helps maintain a focused tonal centre, keeping the sound stable and balanced during demanding repertoire and extended performances.

Responsive slide feel and control

Yamaha designed the YSL-881 with a narrow slide construction to support quicker, more agile slide technique. This can be particularly useful during fast orchestral passages, technical studies, or solo repertoire where accuracy and fluid movement are important. The yellow brass outer slide works alongside the nickel silver inner slide to provide a smooth playing action with dependable durability for regular performance use. Combined with the instrument’s balanced weight distribution, the slide feels responsive and controlled without becoming overly resistant during extended rehearsals or concerts.

Professional features for regular performance

Built in Japan, the YSL-881 combines professional-level craftsmanship with practical features suited to long-term use. The gold lacquer finish helps protect the instrument while preserving its natural resonance and appearance over time. Yamaha also includes an SL48L mouthpiece, giving you a reliable starting setup straight out of the case. The supplied hard case provides added protection during transport between rehearsals, performances, and lessons. Altogether, the YSL-881 offers the consistency, tonal flexibility, and dependable construction expected from a professional orchestral trombone.

Yamaha 5 Year Extended Warranty

As a premium brand, Yamaha are proud to offer a free five-year extended warranty when the purchase of your instrument is registered within six months of purchase. Please visit the Yamaha website for the full terms and conditions and to register your warranty.

3 Months Free Tomplay Premium Subscription

When you register your instrument you can get a three-month premium subscription to Tomplay where you can access over 40,000 scores with backing tracks. You are able to filter by musical style, composer, difficulty and accompaniment type and interact with the scores. The pieces are all recorded by professional musicians and you can control the tempo and even record yourself playing. If you wish, you can also print and annotate your score and create loops to focus on those more difficult passages. For more information, please see the Yamaha/Tomplay website.