{"product_id":"yamaha-yss-82z-custom-z-professional-bb-soprano-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","title":"Yamaha YSS-82Z 'Custom Z' Professional Bb Soprano Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YSS-82Z Custom Z Soprano Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YSS-82Z Custom Z is a professional Bb soprano saxophone built around Yamaha's Z-series concept, pairing a one-piece straight configuration with the refined keywork expected in the Custom line. Its streamlined design and professional positioning make it a strong consideration for saxophonists seeking a soprano for solo, chamber, jazz, commercial, and doubling work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YSS-82Z Custom Z Soprano Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Straight soprano saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: YSS-82Z Custom Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary Keys: High F# and front F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck System: One-piece straight configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Buttons: Mother of pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha fitted hard case with shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Mouthpiece, cap, ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used Yamaha soprano saxophone is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It is also in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright, well-preserved gold lacquer and crisp ornamental engraving. The fitted Yamaha case is in excellent visible condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YSS-82Z Custom Z Soprano Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YSS-82Z is intended for professional saxophonists, advanced players, and serious doublers who want a responsive soprano with a direct, flexible playing concept. Its straight one-piece format suits solo, jazz, chamber, commercial, studio, and ensemble work, while its place in Yamaha's Custom lineup makes it particularly relevant to players comparing high-level soprano designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YSS-82Z\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YSS-82Z differ from the YSS-875EX?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YSS-82Z uses a one-piece straight configuration and represents Yamaha's Custom Z design approach. The YSS-875EX uses a detachable-neck system supplied with straight and curved necks, giving the two models distinctly different configurations within Yamaha's professional soprano lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the one-piece straight configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated upper body creates a streamlined soprano setup without a separate neck joint. The mouthpiece fits directly onto the upper cork, reducing the number of assembled components and preserving the traditional straight-soprano format.\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":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67751359119725,"sku":"YSS82Z-NU","price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Yamaha-YSS-82Z-Custom-Z-Professional-Bb-Soprano-Saxophone-in-Gold-Lacquer.jpg?v=1792663829","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yss-82z-custom-z-professional-bb-soprano-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}