{"product_id":"yamaha-yts-82ziia-custom-z-tenor-saxophone-in-amber-lacquer-sn-f96944","title":"Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA 'Custom Z' Professional Tenor Saxophone in Amber Lacquer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z is a professional tenor saxophone developed for players who value an immediate response, tonal flexibility, and a direct, projecting voice. The Custom Z occupies a distinct place in Yamaha's professional saxophone line, with a playing concept particularly well suited to jazz, commercial work, and contemporary performance while retaining the precision and consistency associated with Yamaha instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Professional tenor saxophone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: Bb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Amber lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuxiliary Keys: High F# key and front F mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Yamaha V1 brass neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBell: One-piece, hand-engraved bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Yamaha hard case with shoulder strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Yamaha Custom V1 mouthpiece, cap, Yamaha ligature, cork grease, polishing cloth, and neck strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: F96944\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis demo model is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The amber lacquer has a glossy, even appearance with minimal visible handling wear, and the exterior keywork, guards, pearl touches, neck cork, and octave mechanism are visually intact. The fitted Yamaha case is also in excellent cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YTS-82ZIIA Custom Z Tenor Saxophone Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YTS-82ZIIA is intended for professional players, advanced students, and serious performers seeking a responsive tenor with a flexible tonal center and strong projection. Its direct response and adaptable color make it especially relevant for jazz, commercial, studio, and amplified ensemble settings, while its refined mechanism and stable scale support players who require dependable control across varied professional work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YTS-82ZIIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Custom Z differ from Yamaha's Custom EX tenor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Custom Z is generally chosen for its more immediate, flexible response and direct projection. The Custom EX follows a more centered, classically oriented concept with greater tonal resistance and density. The better choice depends on the player's preferred response and musical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Custom Z limited to jazz performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Custom Z is strongly associated with jazz and commercial playing, but its accurate mechanism, controlled intonation, and broad tonal range also suit studio work, pit orchestras, contemporary ensembles, and professional doubling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat distinguishes the amber lacquer finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber lacquer gives the instrument a warmer, darker visual character than conventional gold lacquer while protecting the underlying brass. Any perceived tonal difference between lacquer treatments remains dependent on the individual instrument and player.\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":67630854242669,"sku":"YTS82ZIIA-CRF96944","price":6999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Yamaha-YTS-82ZIIA-Custom-Z-Professional-Tenor-Saxophone-in-Amber-Lacquer.jpg?v=1791455686","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yts-82ziia-custom-z-tenor-saxophone-in-amber-lacquer-sn-f96944","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}