Yamaha YAS-61 — Instrument Resale Value
Band and OrchestraWhat a used Yamaha YAS-61 sells for on Reverb (median of 3 recent listings).
Yamaha YAS-61 value — Used $1,400. Prices updated August 2026.
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Expired listings — price reference
YAMAHA YAS-61 Alto Saxophone First generation Professional Vintage Woodwind Used
YAMAHA YAS-61 Alto Saxophone Used Vintage J Key Guard with Case
YAMAHA YAS-61 Alto Saxophone, Serial No. 009xxx, All Pads Replaced
Yamaha YAS-61 YAS61 Alto Saxophone Purple Logo Early Serial 6828 EXTRAS & AS-L1
Vintage Early 70's Yamaha YAS-61 Alto Saxophone w/ Case - Made in JapaneBay removes ended listings after ~90 days — we keep the prices. Look up finds current listings for the same item.
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Item details
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Make
- Yamaha
- Model
- YAS-61
- Year
- 1978
- Finishes seen
- Lacquered, lacquered brass
- Used range
- $1,200 – $1,837.74
- Sample size
- 3 listings
Yamaha YAS-61 resale value
The used Yamaha YAS-61 has a median Reverb asking price of $1,400, ranging from $1,200 to $1,837.74 across 3 current listings.
What drives the price
For a used instrument, brand tier, working pads/valves, and case completeness move the price most. Vintage and limited runs command a premium; player-grade and modified examples sell for less.
Price guide
What this actually trades for — sold values by condition vs. what sellers are asking today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Used | $1,400 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $249 / $1,800 / $3,795 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of August 5, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $249.00–$3,795.00 (median $1,799.99). Sellers are currently asking about 29% above the typical sold value of $1,400.00 — patient buyers can often do better than list price.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical resale range for the Yamaha YAS-61?
- Based on current listings, the used range for the Yamaha YAS-61 is between $1,499 and $1,934.46.
- Is the 1978 model year common for this instrument?
- We currently have 2 listings available for this 1978 model, which helps gauge its market presence.
- What finish is the Yamaha YAS-61 typically found in?
- The Yamaha YAS-61 has been seen in a lacquered brass finish.
