Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for players who need fast response, precise intonation, and a broad range of tonal color. The YAS-82ZIIS is part of Yamaha’s Custom series and reflects the company’s highest level of saxophone design and hand-manufacturing, with each instrument tested for tone, intonation, and build quality. This Series II version incorporates refinements over the earlier 82Z design and features a silver-plated finish, hand-engraved bell, mother-of-pearl key touches, and an adjustable thumb hook. This example has seen very little use and presents as a clean, well-kept professional instrument suitable for advanced study, performance, and recording.
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Key: Eb
- Model: YAS-82ZIIS Custom Z Series II
- Finish: Silver plate
- Auxiliary keys: High F#, Front F
- Key touches: Mother of pearl
- Bell decoration: Hand engraved
- Thumb hook: Adjustable
- Case: Original
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, cleaning cloth
Condition & Setup
This instrument is a demo model in very clean condition with minimal prior playing time. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function and consistent playing response.
Who the YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Is For
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone for serious advancing players, conservatory students, working saxophonists, and professionals who need a flexible instrument for jazz, commercial, solo, and ensemble performance. It offers quick articulation, an even scale, and a responsive feel that supports both subtle nuance and strong projection.
Within Yamaha’s saxophone lineup, the Custom Z is distinguished by its agile response and broad expressive range. Players who want a professional alto that feels immediate under the fingers and adaptable across multiple styles will find the YAS-82ZIIS especially well suited to that role. The silver-plated finish, hand-engraved bell, and Custom-series construction place it firmly in the top tier of Yamaha’s professional woodwind offerings.
Common Questions About The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS
What is the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS?
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS is a professional-level Eb alto saxophone from Yamaha’s Custom Z series. It is designed for advanced and professional players who want fast response, accurate intonation, and stylistic flexibility.
Is the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS suitable for professional use?
Yes. The YAS-82ZIIS is built as a professional saxophone and is appropriate for studio work, live performance, conservatory study, and ensemble playing. Its Custom-series design, hand finishing, and feature set are intended for serious musicians.
What makes the YAS-82ZIIS different from other alto saxophones?
The YAS-82ZIIS stands out for its Custom Z design concept, which emphasizes immediacy of response, flexible tone shaping, and refined ergonomics. Features such as the High F# key, Front F key, adjustable thumb hook, hand-engraved bell, and mother-of-pearl key touches support professional-level performance and comfort.
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
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Yamaha Model YAS-82ZIIS 'Custom Z' Alto Saxophone in Silver Plate
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for players who need fast response, precise intonation, and a broad range of tonal color. The YAS-82ZIIS is part of Yamaha’s Custom series and reflects the company’s highest level of saxophone design and hand-manufacturing, with each instrument tested for tone, intonation, and build quality. This Series II version incorporates refinements over the earlier 82Z design and features a silver-plated finish, hand-engraved bell, mother-of-pearl key touches, and an adjustable thumb hook. This example has seen very little use and presents as a clean, well-kept professional instrument suitable for advanced study, performance, and recording.
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Key: Eb
- Model: YAS-82ZIIS Custom Z Series II
- Finish: Silver plate
- Auxiliary keys: High F#, Front F
- Key touches: Mother of pearl
- Bell decoration: Hand engraved
- Thumb hook: Adjustable
- Case: Original
- Accessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, cleaning cloth
Condition & Setup
This instrument is a demo model in very clean condition with minimal prior playing time. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function and consistent playing response.
Who the YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone Is For
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone for serious advancing players, conservatory students, working saxophonists, and professionals who need a flexible instrument for jazz, commercial, solo, and ensemble performance. It offers quick articulation, an even scale, and a responsive feel that supports both subtle nuance and strong projection.
Within Yamaha’s saxophone lineup, the Custom Z is distinguished by its agile response and broad expressive range. Players who want a professional alto that feels immediate under the fingers and adaptable across multiple styles will find the YAS-82ZIIS especially well suited to that role. The silver-plated finish, hand-engraved bell, and Custom-series construction place it firmly in the top tier of Yamaha’s professional woodwind offerings.
Common Questions About The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS
What is the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS?
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS is a professional-level Eb alto saxophone from Yamaha’s Custom Z series. It is designed for advanced and professional players who want fast response, accurate intonation, and stylistic flexibility.
Is the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIS suitable for professional use?
Yes. The YAS-82ZIIS is built as a professional saxophone and is appropriate for studio work, live performance, conservatory study, and ensemble playing. Its Custom-series design, hand finishing, and feature set are intended for serious musicians.
What makes the YAS-82ZIIS different from other alto saxophones?
The YAS-82ZIIS stands out for its Custom Z design concept, which emphasizes immediacy of response, flexible tone shaping, and refined ergonomics. Features such as the High F# key, Front F key, adjustable thumb hook, hand-engraved bell, and mother-of-pearl key touches support professional-level performance and comfort.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha Model YAS-82ZIIS 'Custom Z' Alto Saxophone in Silver Plate
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