{"product_id":"yamaha-yas-62s-professional-alto-saxophone-sn-197406","title":"Yamaha YAS-62S Professional Alto Saxophone in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-62S Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-62S Professional Alto Saxophone is an Eb professional alto saxophone with a silver-plated finish, known for consistent intonation, even response, and a balanced tonal profile suitable for advanced study, professional performance, and serious ensemble work. The 62 series has long been regarded as one of Yamaha’s core professional saxophone designs, offering reliable keywork, precise scale, and a versatile sound that works well across classical, jazz, commercial, and studio settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-62S Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Yamaha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: YAS-62S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional Alto Saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Yamaha 62-style alto saxophone neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Features: High F# key, front F key, adjustable thumb rest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 197406\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Yamaha YAS-62S is a used professional alto saxophone in very good condition. The original silver finish is fully present. This instrument has just received a full repad (all new corks and pads) and is shop adjusted, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists for proper response, regulation, and playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YAS-62S Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-62S Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for advanced students, collegiate players, doublers, and working saxophonists who need a dependable instrument with accurate intonation and consistent mechanical feel. Its tonal character is clear, centered, and flexible, allowing the player to shape the sound for classical repertoire, jazz lead work, pit orchestra playing, and commercial performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the professional alto saxophone category, the YAS-62S is valued for its practical balance of response, build quality, and price relative to many boutique or specialty professional models. Players considering professional altos from Selmer, Yanagisawa, or Keilwerth often compare the Yamaha 62 series for its ergonomic keywork, stable scale, and low-maintenance reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YAS-62S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Yamaha YAS-62S a professional alto saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Yamaha YAS-62S is a professional Eb alto saxophone from Yamaha’s 62 series, designed for serious players who need reliable intonation, responsive keywork, and a versatile sound for performance and advanced study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the silver-plated finish contribute to the YAS-62S?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver-plated finish gives the YAS-62S a different feel and visual presentation than the lacquered YAS-62, while preserving the core Yamaha 62 traits of centered response, even scale, and consistent projection. Finish preference is personal, but many players choose silver plate for its tactile feel and tonal clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Yamaha YAS-62S compare with other professional alto saxophones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YAS-62S is often chosen by players who want professional-level performance without unnecessary complexity. Compared with many competitor professional altos, it is known for predictable intonation, efficient response, comfortable ergonomics, and dependable build consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" align=\"Middle\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trade-In Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53438949032301,"sku":"YAS-197406","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7105458.jpg?v=1781285460","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yas-62s-professional-alto-saxophone-sn-197406","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}