Yamaha Xeno YBL-835G double-rotor bass trombone

£5,446.00

Ref: YBL835G

1 in stock

The Yamaha YBL-835 is the latest model in the Xeno bass trombone range, designed to offer improved airflow, comfort and reliability over the previous YBL-830. It features a redesigned valve section with modified rotor ports and a revised slide receiver, giving the instrument a freer-blowing feel and a more consistent response.

A gold brass main tuning slide adds warmth and stability to the tone, while upgraded mechanics provide a smoother, shorter lever action. An adjustable, detachable hand rest improves ergonomics, allowing players to find a comfortable and balanced hold during extended playing.

The YBL-835 combines the familiar Xeno sound with practical design refinements, and offers a reliable and responsive option for orchestral, band and studio performance. The YBL-835G model has a gold brass bell.

Clear lacquer finish
Bore: large, 0.563 in. (14.3 mm)
Bell diameter: 9½ in. (241 mm)
Gold brass bell
Yellow brass outer handslide
Two inline/independent traditional rotary valves
Open wrap F/G-flat attachments
Adjustable thumb paddle
Sprung water key

Along with a larger bore and bell diameter, bass trombones are often equipped with a second rotor to extend their low register. There are two double-rotor systems: ‘independent’ and ‘dependent’. An independent system has both rotors sitting side-by-side (or ‘inline’) on the neck-pipe, where they can function alone or in tandem. Dependent models locate the second rotor on the F attachment rather than the neck-pipe, hence the alternative descriptors ‘stacked’ or ‘offset’. In this configuration, use of the second rotor depends on the first rotor being simultaneously engaged.

Also available:
YBL-835 yellow brass bell
YBL-835GD detachable gold brass bell

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Manufacturer’s website: uk.yamaha.com