{"product_id":"yamaha-yts-82zii-custom-z-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-lacquer","title":"Yamaha YTS-82ZII 'Custom Z' Professional Tenor Saxophone in Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-82ZII Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z is a professional Bb tenor saxophone designed for high-level players who want a fast, flexible response and precise control across the full range. Reexamined from neck to bell for the 10th Anniversary update of the Custom Z line, this model retains the series' free-blowing concept while adding refinements aimed at clearer articulation, stronger low-register response, and a broader range of tonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-82ZII Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: TV1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbed and flanged post construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: One-piece, hand engraved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey buttons: Mother of pearl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary keys: High F#, Front F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResonators: Domed metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Gold lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha TSC-820 case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Yamaha 4CM hard rubber mouthpiece with cap 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. As an authorized Yamaha dealer, we inspect each new instrument for shipping integrity and verify key regulation and mechanical function prior to delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YTS-82ZII Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z is a professional Bb tenor saxophone built for players who need an expressive, free-blowing instrument with modern response and consistent control. Its one-piece bell is designed to improve low-end response and expand the player's tonal palette, while domed metal resonators support quick response and a wider dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is especially well suited to contemporary commercial work, jazz, and any setting where articulation clarity and color flexibility matter. The 10th Anniversary reexamination from neck to bell focuses on clearer pronunciation throughout the instrument and effortless playability, while keeping the core Custom Z concept familiar to long-time Z players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YTS-82ZII\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Yamaha YTS-82ZII suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The YTS-82ZII Custom Z is part of Yamaha's professional Custom series and is designed to meet the needs of advanced and working musicians who require dependable response, control, and intonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the one-piece bell change compared to other tenor saxophones?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the YTS-82ZII, the one-piece bell is intended to improve low-register response and give the player a wider range of tonal color, in the tradition of sought-after vintage saxophones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mouthpiece and key features are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument includes a Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece. Key features listed for this model include mother of pearl key buttons, High F# and Front F auxiliary keys, and an adjustable thumb hook.\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":54029228507501,"sku":"YTS82ZII","price":6563.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/6355912.jpg?v=1790004551","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yts-82zii-custom-z-professional-tenor-saxophone-in-lacquer","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}