Yamaha YAS-82ZIIA Custom Z alto saxophone - Amber Lacquered
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MSRP $ 8,899.00
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YAS-82ZIIA: Outstanding sound and playability now available in a vintage finish.
Amber lacquer finish has been added as a new color. The beautiful vintage apperance combined with Yamaha's legendary sound and playability gives saxophonists an instrument that can perfectly reflect their musical personality.
featuring ribbed and flanged post construction, annealed body and new one-piece bell, new adjustable front F mechanism, redesigned low B-C# connection, Custom V1 neck,
includes ASC-820E and 4CM hard mouthpiece
On the 10th Anniversary of their introduction, the Custom Z saxophones have been reexamined from neck to bell. They now offer the ultimate combination of expressiveness,
response and control while staying true to their free-spirited origins. Since the Custom Z was developed in 2003, the technology, craftsmanship and specifications of
the Custom Z series have continued to improve to fulfill the needs of the highest level musicians.
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Unique bell engraving methodThe hand engraving is done by craftsmen after lacquering to enhance the contrast with the brass.The beautiful engraving design further enhances the luxurious feel of the YAS-82ZIIA. A special technology topcoat for Amber finish enables the product to maintain its beautiful condition for a long period of time. |
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One-piece bell with new engravingIn the tradition of those coveted vintage saxophones, the 82Z now comes equipped with a one-piece bell. This feature drastically improves low end response and offers the player a wider palette of tonal color. More elaborate with finer detail, the new engraving design offers delicate beauty. |
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Metal resonator padThe metal resonators offer an outstanding response and deliver a wider dynamic range. The entire range of the instrument has a clearer pronunciation, providing effortless playability all around. |
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V1 neckThe wide bore taper of the V1 neck provides a free-blowing feel and the greatest possible flexibility. |
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YAS-82ZII Neck receiverThe nickel silver custom style neck receiver provides a condensed tone and good response with a high rigidity. It has the flexibility to choose between the necks designed for the Custom Z and Custom EX Yamaha saxophones (sold separately). |
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Improved Low B-C# connectionAn improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument. |
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Octave key with a ball joint to realize utmost smoothnessThe octave key has a unique new ball joint design for smoother, quicker action. The new neck receiver improves the tonal resonance. |
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62 shape with custom brassTraditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter. The material is optimized for custom models. |
Ergonomic key layoutKey layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress. |
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Adjustable Front F keyAn adjustable Front F mechanism gives the player the freedom to find the optimal level of resistance in the altissimo range. |
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Integrated key postsThis style of key posts adds a moderate resistance and makes the instrument sound as you blow into it. |
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Seesaw keyThe left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel. |
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Two-point contactTwo-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response. |
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Bell-ringBell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it. |
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Separate style key guardThe separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments. |
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Without Reinforcing Plate attached to the BowImprove the response due to lightweight and lower blowing resistance. |
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The 82Z comes equipped with lightweight case that has a shoulder strap. |
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| Key | YAS-82ZII Eb | YAS-82ZIIS Eb | YAS-82ZIIU Eb | YAS-82ZGEb | YAS-82ZIIB Eb | |
| Bell | Type | One-piece | One-piece | One-piece | One-piece | One-piece |
| Decoration | Hand engraved | Hand engraved | Hand engraved | Hand engraved | Hand engraved | |
| Keys | Key Buttons | Mother of pearl | Mother of pearl | Mother of pearl | Mother of pearl | Mother of pearl |
| Auxiliary Keys | High F#, Front F | High F#, Front F | High F#, Front F | High F#, Front F | High F#, Front F | |
| Thumb Hook | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable | |
| Finish | Gold lacquer | Silver-plated | Unlacquer | Gold-plated | Black lacquer | |
| Neck | AV1 | AV1 | AV1 | AV1 | AV1 | |
| Mouthpiece | 4CM | 4CM | 4CM | 4CM | 4CM | |
| Case | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included | |