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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.
10-year warranty & 60-day money-back guarantee included
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.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered."
Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions.
Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
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.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
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Key Features
The Yamaha YSL448 Intermediate Bb/F Trombone is suited to developing players progressing beyond grade 5. Its 13.89 mm large bore and 214.4 mm gold brass bell produce a warm, rich sound with the projection needed for orchestral and brass band playing. The Bb/F configuration extends your available range, while Yamaha's original F-attachment wrap provides an open, free-blowing response. Accurate, consistent intonation across different registers and volumes also makes the YSL-448GE suitable for solo, jazz, orchestral, brass band, live, and studio use.
A nickel silver slide provides smooth, quick movement while helping to resist corrosion over time. And with its gold lacquer finish, the instrument is designed to keep its smart appearance for longer. A moulded hard case and Yamaha 48L mouthpiece are included, giving you the essentials needed to transport your trombone and get practising.
Product Ref: 24712
A large bore and 214.4mm bell give the YSL-448GE the dimensions needed for a full, projecting sound. Its gold brass construction adds warm, deep tonal qualities, helping your playing carry clearly in orchestras, brass bands, and other ensemble settings. These bell and bore dimensions are also found on Yamaha's professional trombones, giving progressing players an instrument designed around advanced playing requirements. Whether you're performing a solo or sitting within a larger brass section, the combination provides the projection and rich tone needed as your playing develops.
The Bb/F configuration gives you extra range to work with as you progress, making the YSL-448GE a versatile step up for players moving beyond grade 5. Yamaha's original F-attachment wrap is designed to provide an open, free-blowing response, helping the instrument feel natural as you make use of the trigger. This added flexibility makes the trombone suitable for solo playing, jazz groups, orchestras, and brass bands. Accurate, consistent intonation across different registers and volumes also helps you play confidently in live and studio settings — useful when your musical demands start becoming more varied.
A responsive slide makes a real difference when you're developing your technique. The YSL-448GE uses nickel silver for its slide, providing a smooth surface that supports quick, consistent movement. Nickel silver also helps prevent corrosion, allowing that easy action to be maintained over time. Combined with the instrument's accurate intonation, this gives you a dependable platform for practising and performing across different registers and dynamics. The body is finished in gold lacquer too, helping the trombone retain its bright appearance for longer while complementing the gold brass construction.
You can get started without having to source the main accessories separately. The YSL-448GE includes a Yamaha 48L mouthpiece alongside a moulded hard case, giving you what you need for regular practice and transport. The case provides tough protection to help keep the trombone in good condition between playing sessions and musical events. Its shoulder and backpack straps also make carrying the instrument easier when you're travelling between rehearsals, lessons, and performances. With the mouthpiece included as well, you'll have a practical setup ready for the next stage of your playing.
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.
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.
