{"product_id":"yamaha-yss-82z-custom-z-professional-soprano-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","title":"Yamaha YSS-82Z 'Custom Z' Professional Soprano Saxophone in Gold Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YSS-82Z Soprano Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YSS-82Z Custom Z is a professional Bb soprano saxophone based on the scale and design concept of Yamaha’s classic 62 models, built from a special brass alloy for reduced weight, a familiar playing feel, and wide tonal flexibility across styles. It is designed to play evenly across an expansive dynamic range, supporting both focused, compact projection and broader, more open sound colors depending on your approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YSS-82Z Soprano Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Special brass alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: One-piece, hand-engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: One-piece, straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Buttons: Mother of pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary Keys: High F sharp, Front F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb Rest: Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha case with backpack straps and shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece and ligature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis saxophone is brand new and includes the full manufacturer’s warranty. It is inspected, professionally set up, and play-tested by our brass and woodwind specialists prior to shipment. Free shipping is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YSS-82Z Soprano Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YSS-82Z is a professional Bb soprano saxophone designed for players who need a fast, even response and controllable tone across a wide dynamic range. Its Custom Z design emphasizes tonal flexibility, making it a strong choice for doubling saxophonists, working pros, and advancing players who need one soprano that can cover straight-ahead jazz, commercial work, contemporary styles, and classical settings with confident control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin Yamaha’s soprano line, the YSS-82Z is distinguished by its 62-inspired scale and its special brass alloy build aimed at lighter weight and a comfortable playing feel, while maintaining consistent intonation and an even, centered response from soft playing to full-volume performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YSS-82Z\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Yamaha YSS-82Z a professional soprano saxophone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The YSS-82Z Custom Z is built as a professional model with features such as a one-piece hand-engraved bell, mother-of-pearl key buttons, auxiliary keys including High F sharp and Front F, and an adjustable thumb rest for ergonomic fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat neck comes with the YSS-82Z?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model includes a one-piece, straight neck, which supports direct response and a clear, focused soprano sound profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included with a new Yamaha YSS-82Z?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes a Yamaha case with both backpack and shoulder straps, plus a Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece and ligature. The instrument is brand new and covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"text-align: center; margin-left: auto; display: block; 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":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54053028168045,"sku":"YSS82Z","price":6184.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/6355614.jpg?v=1790277374","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yss-82z-custom-z-professional-soprano-saxophone-in-gold-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}