Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom EX Tenor Saxophone Overview

The Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom EX is a respected professional tenor saxophone for players who value a centered sound, refined response, and consistent Yamaha keywork. Within Yamaha's saxophone lineup, the Custom EX concept is aimed at advanced and professional musicians who need control, tonal stability, and flexibility across classical, concert, chamber, and commercial settings. This YTS-875EX carries the Custom EX identity in a gold lacquer finish and is a strong choice for a player looking for a modern professional tenor with a well-established design.

Yamaha YTS-875EX Custom EX Tenor Saxophone Specifications

• Instrument Type: Professional tenor saxophone
• Key: Bb
• Model: YTS-875EX Custom EX
• Finish: Gold lacquer
• Auxiliary Keys: High F# key and Front F mechanism
• Neck: Yamaha TE1 neck
• Case: Yamaha hard case
• Accessories: Mouthpiece, ligature, cap, cork grease, and polishing cloth
• Serial Number: G01050

Condition & Setup

This never-owned Yamaha YTS-875EX is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, adjusted, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The instrument presents in excellent never-owned condition, with a glossy gold lacquer surface across the visible body, bell, neck, and keywork. The visible keywork, pads, guards, neck cork, and Yamaha hard case are intact, and the included accessories are organized with the instrument.

Who the YTS-875EX Custom EX Tenor Saxophone Is For

The YTS-875EX Custom EX is best suited to advanced students, college players, professionals, teachers, and serious saxophonists who want a tenor with a focused tonal core, reliable response, and the ergonomic consistency associated with Yamaha's professional instruments. It is especially appropriate for players who need a refined modern tenor for concert band, saxophone quartet, pit orchestra, teaching, studio work, and controlled solo playing rather than a deliberately spread or vintage-style concept.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YTS-875EX

How does the YTS-875EX fit within Yamaha's professional saxophone lineup?

The YTS-875EX is part of Yamaha's Custom EX family, positioned above the 62 series and alongside the Custom Z as one of Yamaha's professional tenor saxophone designs. The EX concept is commonly chosen by players who prioritize tonal center, response stability, and refined control.

What is the musical character of the Custom EX tenor saxophone?

The Custom EX tenor is associated with a centered, flexible sound and a controlled response that supports detailed articulation and intonation work. That character makes it a practical professional choice for classical, ensemble, chamber, and multipurpose playing.

Why does the TE1 neck matter on this model?

Yamaha specifies the TE1 neck for the YTS-875EX. The neck is an important part of the instrument's response concept, so players comparing professional tenors should consider how the TE1 neck supports resistance, focus, and tonal flexibility.

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