Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Custom Z alto saxophone is part of Yamaha's professional Custom Z line, a series respected by advanced and professional saxophonists for its responsive feel, flexible tonal concept, and strong musical versatility. This instrument is the black lacquer version, with Custom Z bell engraving, a Yamaha Custom V1 neck, and the refined build quality players expect from Yamaha's professional saxophones.
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: YAS-82ZIIB Custom Z
- Finish: Black lacquer
- Neck: Yamaha Custom V1 neck
- Auxiliary Keys: High F# key and Front F mechanism
- Case: Yamaha hard case
- Accessories: Yamaha mouthpiece, cork grease, polishing cloth, neck strap
- Serial Number: F93997
Condition & Setup
This lightly used instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The black lacquer finish, gold-colored keywork, neck cork, and Yamaha hard case are in excellent condition. The instrument presents with an excellent near-new appearance and all major visible components are intact.
Who the YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Is For
The YAS-82ZIIB is well suited to advancing conservatory players, university saxophonists, doublers, jazz and commercial players, and professionals who want a responsive professional alto with a flexible tonal identity. Within Yamaha's professional saxophone family, the Custom Z concept is often chosen by players who value quick response, projection, and the ability to shape color across a wide range of musical settings.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB
How does the Custom Z fit within Yamaha's professional saxophone lineup?
The Custom Z is Yamaha's professional saxophone concept for players who want a flexible, responsive instrument with strong projection and a modern playing feel. It sits alongside Yamaha's Custom EX models, giving advanced players different tonal and response concepts within the professional range.
What is the significance of the Custom V1 neck?
Yamaha's Custom neck system lets players match neck design to response, resistance, and musical style. The V1 neck is associated with the YAS-82ZII alto in Yamaha's catalog and supports the Custom Z's direct, flexible playing character.
Is black lacquer a standard Yamaha Custom finish?
Yes. Yamaha lists black lacquer among the available finishes for its Custom alto and tenor saxophones, including the YAS-82ZII Custom Z series.
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Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB 'Custom Z' Professional Alto Saxophone in Black Lacquer
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Overview
The Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Custom Z alto saxophone is part of Yamaha's professional Custom Z line, a series respected by advanced and professional saxophonists for its responsive feel, flexible tonal concept, and strong musical versatility. This instrument is the black lacquer version, with Custom Z bell engraving, a Yamaha Custom V1 neck, and the refined build quality players expect from Yamaha's professional saxophones.
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Specifications
- Instrument Type: Alto saxophone
- Key: Eb
- Model: YAS-82ZIIB Custom Z
- Finish: Black lacquer
- Neck: Yamaha Custom V1 neck
- Auxiliary Keys: High F# key and Front F mechanism
- Case: Yamaha hard case
- Accessories: Yamaha mouthpiece, cork grease, polishing cloth, neck strap
- Serial Number: F93997
Condition & Setup
This lightly used instrument is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The black lacquer finish, gold-colored keywork, neck cork, and Yamaha hard case are in excellent condition. The instrument presents with an excellent near-new appearance and all major visible components are intact.
Who the YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone Is For
The YAS-82ZIIB is well suited to advancing conservatory players, university saxophonists, doublers, jazz and commercial players, and professionals who want a responsive professional alto with a flexible tonal identity. Within Yamaha's professional saxophone family, the Custom Z concept is often chosen by players who value quick response, projection, and the ability to shape color across a wide range of musical settings.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB
How does the Custom Z fit within Yamaha's professional saxophone lineup?
The Custom Z is Yamaha's professional saxophone concept for players who want a flexible, responsive instrument with strong projection and a modern playing feel. It sits alongside Yamaha's Custom EX models, giving advanced players different tonal and response concepts within the professional range.
What is the significance of the Custom V1 neck?
Yamaha's Custom neck system lets players match neck design to response, resistance, and musical style. The V1 neck is associated with the YAS-82ZII alto in Yamaha's catalog and supports the Custom Z's direct, flexible playing character.
Is black lacquer a standard Yamaha Custom finish?
Yes. Yamaha lists black lacquer among the available finishes for its Custom alto and tenor saxophones, including the YAS-82ZII Custom Z series.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB 'Custom Z' Professional Alto Saxophone in Black Lacquer
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.