{"product_id":"yamaha-yas-82zii-custom-z-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","title":"Yamaha YAS-82ZII 'Custom Z' Professional Eb Alto Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-82ZII Alto Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed to cover both classical and jazz demands, with a design update that reexamines the instrument from neck to bell for a balanced mix of expressiveness, response, and control. Known for strong projection and a clear, sweet core sound, it also supports refined dynamic shaping from pianissimo to fortissimo, making it a versatile choice for modern performers who need one alto to handle solo, ensemble, and section work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YAS-82ZII Alto Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Eb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: One-piece, hand engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey touches: Mother of pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary keys: High F#, Front F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb hook: Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: AV1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMouthpiece: 4CM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Custom Z Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. It is professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested prior to shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YAS-82ZII Alto Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YAS-82ZII Custom Z Alto Saxophone is a professional Eb alto saxophone built for advancing students, conservatory-level players, and working professionals who need a single instrument that can authentically cover jazz and classical performance. It is designed to deliver fast response and strong projection for contemporary playing while maintaining the control and stability needed for detailed classical tone shaping across a wide dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Yamaha’s Custom lineup, the YAS-82ZII is distinguished by its free-blowing feel and emphasis on expressive flexibility, with an updated neck-to-bell design intended to support nuanced articulation, agility, and consistent response in both solo and ensemble settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About The Yamaha YAS-82ZII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Yamaha YAS-82ZII suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The YAS-82ZII is a Yamaha Custom series alto saxophone designed for conservatory and professional performance, with features such as an AV1 neck, one-piece hand-engraved bell, and auxiliary High F# and Front F keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the YAS-82ZII mainly a jazz alto or a classical alto?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for both. The Custom Z concept targets strong projection and a clear, sweet tone for jazz while also providing the control needed for classical playing, including consistent response and usable tonal control across soft to loud dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat key and finish is the Yamaha YAS-82ZII?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe YAS-82ZII is an Eb alto saxophone in gold lacquer finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\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":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54055395033453,"sku":"YAS82ZII","price":5899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/6354440.jpg?v=1790356070","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yas-82zii-custom-z-professional-eb-alto-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}