Yamaha YAS-82ZII 'Custom Z' Professional Alto Saxophone in Lacquer

Yamaha YAS-82ZII 'Custom Z' Professional Alto Saxophone in LacquerYamaha YAS 82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone Overview The Yamaha YAS 82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for advanced and professional players who need responsive playability, flexible tone production, and precise intonation. Part of Yamahas Custom series, the YAS 82ZII is hand manufactured and tested to a high standard for tone, intonation, and build quality. The Series II Custom Z design includes refinements over

Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone Overview

The Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for advanced and professional players who need responsive playability, flexible tone production, and precise intonation. Part of Yamaha’s Custom series, the YAS-82ZII is hand-manufactured and tested to a high standard for tone, intonation, and build quality. The Series II Custom Z design includes refinements over the previous generation, with features such as a hand-engraved bell, high F# key, front F key, mother-of-pearl key touches, and an adjustable thumb hook.

Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Key: Eb
• Finish: Gold lacquer
• Neck: Yamaha Custom Z-style neck
• Auxiliary Keys: High F# key and front F key
• Key Buttons: Mother of pearl
• Bell Decoration: Hand engraved
• Thumb Hook: Adjustable
• Case: Included
• Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature
• Serial number: F78157

Condition & Setup

This Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a used instrument in excellent condition with very little visible playing wear. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists to confirm proper pad seating, key regulation, response, and intonation across the range.

Who the YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone Is For

The Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone intended for serious students, advancing players, and working saxophonists who need a versatile instrument for jazz, commercial music, classical study, and ensemble performance.

The Custom Z series is known for a free-blowing response, centered intonation, and tonal flexibility. Compared with many heavier-feeling professional saxophones, the YAS-82ZII is designed to respond quickly and allow the player to shape color and projection with minimal resistance. Its hand-finished construction, ergonomic keywork, and professional auxiliary key layout distinguish it as one of Yamaha’s top-tier alto saxophone models.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YAS-82ZII

Is the Yamaha YAS-82ZII a professional alto saxophone?

Yes. The Yamaha YAS-82ZII is a professional Custom Z alto saxophone built for advanced and professional players who require high-level intonation, response, and consistency.

What is the Yamaha YAS-82ZII best suited for?

The YAS-82ZII is well suited for jazz, commercial music, classical study, pit work, and ensemble performance. Its design emphasizes tonal flexibility, fast response, and stable intonation.

Does this Yamaha YAS-82ZII include professional setup?

Yes. This instrument has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists before sale.

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