Yamaha YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophone Overview

The Yamaha YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone from Yamaha’s Custom series, designed for advanced players and working professionals who need precise intonation, broad dynamic control, and a centered, complex tone. This example features the original gold lacquer finish, a hand-made Custom G1 neck, hand-engraved one-piece brass bell, drawn tone holes, mother-of-pearl key buttons, and both front F and high F# auxiliary keys. It includes a Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece and reflects the Custom series design approach, with hand-manufacturing and testing focused on tonal consistency, response, and build quality.

Yamaha YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Key: Eb
• Level: Custom
• Neck: Custom G1, hand made
• Neck Material: Brass
• Body Material: Brass
• Bell: One-piece brass, hand engraved
• Key Material: Yellow brass
• Key Buttons: Mother of pearl
• Finish: Gold lacquer
• Tone Holes: Drawn
• Auxiliary Keys: Front F, High F#
• Pad Type: Waterproof leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters
• Case: Original Case
• Accessories: Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece, cork grease, cleaning cloth
• Serial number: F91866

Condition & Setup

This is a demo model instrument in superb condition. Original lacquer is fully present with no visible wear noted. The saxophone has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function and playing response.

Who the YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophone Is For

The Yamaha YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophone is a professional Custom-series Eb alto saxophone built for serious classical, jazz, studio, and solo performance. It is best suited to advanced students, conservatory players, professional saxophonists, and doubling musicians who want a refined instrument with stable intonation, even response, and a tonal profile that combines core, depth, and projection.

Within the professional alto category, the YAS-875EXII is distinguished by its Custom G1 neck, hand-finished construction, and tonal balance across the full range of the instrument. Players who want a horn that supports nuanced phrasing, clean articulation, and flexible color at both soft and full dynamic levels will find this model especially appropriate.

Common Questions About The Yamaha YAS-875EXII

Is the Yamaha YAS-875EXII a professional alto saxophone?

Yes. The YAS-875EXII is Yamaha’s Custom-series professional Eb alto saxophone and is designed for advanced and professional performance use.

What kind of player is the YAS-875EXII best for?

This model is best for advanced students, conservatory saxophonists, professional performers, and serious adult players who need a high-level alto saxophone with strong intonation, consistent keywork, and a broad tonal range.

What features distinguish this Yamaha Custom alto saxophone?

Key distinguishing features include the hand-made Custom G1 neck, one-piece hand-engraved brass bell, drawn tone holes, mother-of-pearl key buttons, front F and high F# keys, and Yamaha’s Custom-series build and testing standards.

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