Yamaha YSL-653 Jazz Trombone Silver Plated, Conn-6H Replica
The Yamaha YSL-653 is a legend of the late 1970s/early 1980s - when Yamaha proved that Japanese precision manufacturing could compete with American classics. This trombone is considered a prized replica of the legendary Conn 6H and quickly became a favorite of jazz musicians worldwide.
With its .500″ bore and 8″ yellow brass bell (silver plated), the 653 brings clarity, focus and fast response - without loss of projection. Ideal for lead and section work in the big band, where control, articulation and endurance are crucial over long sets. An instrument for musicians with high demands.
Well preserved with minimal loss of chrome on the inner slide tubes - a mature trombone with character, but no technical defects.
- Yamaha YSL-653 jazz classic – Estimated Conn-6H replica from the 1970s/1980s
- Silver-plated yellow brass – Bell & outer slide for warm, focused sound
- .500″ bore (12.70mm) – Jazz scale: clarity and fast response
- 8″ yellow brass bell (203 mm) – proven size for big band players
- slide runs well despite minimal loss of chrome – technically reliable
- Yamaha precision manufacturing – Made in Japan during the professional advancement phase
- Clarity, focus, ease of response – essential for lead & section work
- Original Yamaha case – authentic and functional
| Mood | Bb |
| Model | Yamaha YSL-653 |
| era | Late 1970s / Early 1980s |
| bore | 12.70mm / 0.500″ |
| Bell | Yellow brass, silver-plated, 203 mm / 8″ |
| Outer pull material | Yellow brass, silver plated |
| Inner cable material | Nickel silver |
| Train type | Cylindrical slide |
| Special feature | Estimated Conn-6H replica |
- slide runs well, minimal chrome loss on inner cable tubes
- tuning slide freely movable
- water key tight and functional
- Stop felt in place
- Parquet protectors in place
- Silver plating in good condition with small signs of wear
- braces well preserved
- Technically ready to play, sonically unbroken
This YSL-653 is a reference image for the professional quality that Yamaha achieved in the 1970s/1980s. A jazz classic that big band trombonists feel at home on. The clarity and focus are proven - an instrument for musicians with high demands on control and articulation.
- Yamaha YSL-653 Jazz Trombone, silver plated
- Original Yamaha case
For jazz trombonists who play lead or section work in a big band - who needs clarity, focus and a quick response. A Yamaha classic from a time when the brand proved that Made in Japan meant: precision, reliability and sound. Musicians who appreciate the Conn 6H will love the 653. A reference image for vintage jazz trombones.
Shipment
- DHL with tracking
- Carefully & securely packaged
- 1-3 working days within Germany
- Worldwide shipping possible
Buyer protection & service
- All eBay payment methods accepted
- 30 day return policy
- 2 year legal guarantee
- Collection possible in Mölln
Felix Eilers
ELBBLECH is my heart project - an owner-managed specialist shop for wind and string instruments with its own workshop in Mölln (Schleswig-Holstein). As an active professional trombonist, I know exactly what is important in an instrument. Every instrument is personally checked, played and made ready to play by me - before it comes to you.
Danilo Nine
Danilo is the heart of our workshop. With over 20 years of experience as an instrument maker, he knows every quirk, every mechanism and every material. Whatever passes through his hands is ready to play – guaranteed.
