Yamaha Model YTS-82ZIIA 'Custom Z' Tenor Saxophone in Amber Lacquer

Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Overview

The Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone is a professional Bb tenor built to balance vintage-inspired tone concept with modern Yamaha precision and consistency. This Custom Z model pairs a one-piece bell with refined hand engraving to support a resonant low register and a wide range of tonal colors, while domed metal resonators contribute to quick articulation and a broad dynamic range. A V1 neck with a wide bore taper provides a free-blowing feel for detailed expressive control, and Yamaha’s improved low B–C# mechanism helps deliver a secure seal and clear low-register response. Comfort and resonance are supported by lighter thumb rest and hook designs, and the adjustable Front F key lets players fine-tune resistance for altissimo work. The instrument ships in a slim, lightweight case with shoulder strap.

Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Specifications

• Key: Bb
• Finish: Amber lacquer
• Bell: One-piece bell, hand engraved
• Neck: V1 neck with wide bore taper
• Keywork: High F# and Front F auxiliary keys
• Resonators: Domed metal resonators
• Ergonomics: Adjustable thumb hook; lighter thumb rest and hook design
• Case: Slim, lightweight case with shoulder strap
• Accessories: Yamaha 4CM hard rubber mouthpiece with ligature and cap, cork grease, cleaning cloth

Condition & Setup

This instrument is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. As an authorized Yamaha dealer, we ship it after professional setup and play-testing to confirm proper regulation and response.

Who the YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Is For

The Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone is a professional Bb tenor saxophone designed for players who need flexibility, fast response, and a wide palette of tonal color. It is well suited to advancing players, collegiate musicians, and working professionals who want a horn that performs confidently in jazz, commercial, and contemporary settings while remaining adaptable for concert, studio, and doubling work.

What distinguishes the 82ZIIA within the Custom Z line is its blend of free-blowing feel and controllable resistance: the V1 neck supports nuance and projection, the domed metal resonators help articulation speak quickly across dynamics, and the improved low B–C# mechanism supports clarity and stability in the bottom end. The adjustable Front F key is a practical feature for players who want to dial in their preferred altissimo response.

Common Questions About The Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA

What type of music is the Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z best for?

It is commonly chosen for jazz and commercial playing because it offers quick response, strong dynamic range, and a flexible sound concept, while still being versatile enough for concert and studio use.

Does the YTS-82ZIIA include high F# and Front F keys?

Yes. The YTS-82ZIIA includes both High F# and Front F auxiliary keys, and the Front F key is adjustable so players can fine-tune resistance for altissimo response.

What is the difference between the YTS-82Z and the YTS-82ZIIA?

The YTS-82ZIIA is the second-generation Custom Z tenor saxophone, updated with the V1 Custom neck and a traditional one-piece bell, and it is offered in Yamaha’s Dark Amber Lacquer finish as a standard option (as of 2024).

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