{"product_id":"yamaha-yas-82z-custom-z-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-c33593","title":"Yamaha YAS-82Z 'Custom Z' Professional Eb Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-82Z Custom Z Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-82Z Custom Z is a professional alto saxophone developed for players who value immediate response, tonal flexibility, and direct projection. Its responsive design has made the 82Z a respected choice among jazz, commercial, solo, and contemporary ensemble players who want substantial control over color and articulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-82Z Custom Z Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Yamaha Custom G1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Yamaha Custom Z hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: None included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: C33593\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Documented work includes professional service, lubrication, and adjustment. All non-bell key pads are brand new, and corks have been replaced as well. The gold lacquer shows fine scratches, handling marks, and localized wear, with the most noticeable finish loss around the bell rim, lower bow, and low-key guard and rod areas. The fitted case remains functional and shows substantial exterior scuffing and edge wear, along with localized wear to the blue plush interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YAS-82Z Custom Z Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YAS-82Z is well suited to professional players, advanced students, jazz and commercial saxophonists, soloists, and woodwind doublers who prefer quick articulation and a flexible, projecting tonal concept. Players seeking a more contained core and greater built-in resistance may prefer Yamaha's Custom EX approach, while the 82Z provides broad room for individual shaping of response and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YAS-82Z\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YAS-82Z differ from the Yamaha Custom EX?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 82Z is generally associated with a more immediate response and greater tonal flexibility, while the Custom EX emphasizes a more centered tonal concept and additional resistance. The better choice depends on the player's air use, embouchure, and preferred musical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat role does the Custom G1 neck play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck has a substantial influence on resistance, articulation, and tonal character. The marked Custom G1 neck establishes this instrument's current configuration, while Yamaha's interchangeable Custom neck system allows players to explore other response concepts if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the YAS-82Z limited to jazz playing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 82Z is particularly well established in jazz and commercial settings, but its flexible response also supports solo, chamber, pit, studio, and contemporary ensemble work when matched to the player's mouthpiece and tonal concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this saxophone fits my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-professional-saxophone-comparison-guide\"\u003eGuide to Choosing a Professional Saxophone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67750077596013,"sku":"YAS-C33593","price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7141785.jpg?v=1792533790","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yas-82z-custom-z-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer-sn-c33593","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}