Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z Tenor Saxophone - Gold Lacquer | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z Tenor Saxophone represents the pinnacle of over a decade of Custom Z evolution, celebrating the 10th anniversary with comprehensive reexamination from neck to bell to deliver the ultimate combination of expressiveness, response, and control while staying true to their free-spirited origins. This flagship professional tenor saxophone incorporates continuous improvements in technology, craftsmanship, and specifications since the Custom Z development in 2003, fulfilling the needs of the highest level musicians worldwide. Now available at an extraordinary value of $6,096.99 (regularly $8,217.00), saving $2,120.01 on this exceptional instrument that offers unparalleled professional performance with innovative design refinements.
Product Overview
Built with revolutionary one-piece bell construction in the tradition of coveted vintage saxophones, the YTS-82ZII drastically improves low-end response while offering players a wider palette of tonal colors and enhanced acoustic characteristics. The elaborate new engraving design with finer detail provides delicate beauty that reflects the sophisticated craftsmanship and attention to detail that define Custom series instruments.
The advanced V1 neck features wide bore taper that provides free-blowing feel and the greatest possible flexibility, allowing professional musicians to achieve their full expressive potential across all registers and dynamic levels. Combined with metal resonator pads that offer outstanding response and wider dynamic range, the entire instrument delivers clearer pronunciation and effortless playability throughout its range.
Professional refinements include improved low B-C# connection mechanism that ensures consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes clear response in the lower register, while lighter thumb hook and thumb rest bases produce better response and more cohesive tone. The adjustable front F mechanism gives players freedom to find optimal resistance levels in the altissimo range, providing the customization that professional musicians require.
Ideal For
- Professional musicians seeking the ultimate combination of expressiveness, response, and control in flagship Custom series instruments
- Jazz artists and contemporary performers who appreciate the free-spirited character and innovative design features of Custom Z evolution
- Recording professionals requiring instruments with wider dynamic range, clearer pronunciation, and exceptional tonal flexibility
- Advanced saxophonists demanding the highest level of craftsmanship and continuous technological improvements since 2003
- Serious musicians ready to invest in flagship instruments with over a decade of accumulated design refinements and professional features
Key Features
10th Anniversary Custom Z Evolution
Over a decade of continuous improvements in technology, craftsmanship, and specifications since 2003, offering the ultimate combination of expressiveness, response, and control for highest level musicians.
Revolutionary One-Piece Bell Design
Traditional vintage-style one-piece bell drastically improves low-end response and offers wider palette of tonal colors, with elaborate new engraving featuring finer detail and delicate beauty.
Advanced V1 Neck Technology
Wide bore taper provides free-blowing feel and greatest possible flexibility, allowing professional musicians to achieve full expressive potential across all registers and dynamic levels.
Metal Resonator Pad System
Outstanding response with wider dynamic range throughout entire instrument range, delivering clearer pronunciation and effortless playability that enhances professional performance capabilities.
Professional Refinement Package
Improved low B-C# connection, lighter thumb components for better response, adjustable front F mechanism, and accumulated design improvements representing decade of Custom Z advancement.
What's Included
- Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z Tenor Saxophone
- Yamaha 4CM professional mouthpiece
- Lightweight professional case
- Adjustable front F mechanism for altissimo optimization
- 10th anniversary design refinements and improvements
- Manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | YTS-82ZII Custom Z Professional |
| Anniversary | 10th Anniversary Evolution |
| Development | Continuous Improvement Since 2003 |
| Bell Construction | One-Piece (Vintage Tradition) |
| Bell Engraving | New Design with Finer Detail |
| Neck | V1 (Wide Bore Taper) |
| Pads | Metal Resonator System |
| Low Register | Improved B-C# Connection |
| Thumb Components | Lighter for Better Response |
| Front F Key | Adjustable Mechanism |
| Character | Free-Spirited with Ultimate Control |
| Target Musicians | Highest Level Professionals |
| Tonal Range | Wider Palette of Colors |
| Response | Outstanding with Effortless Playability |
| Dynamic Range | Wider with Clearer Pronunciation |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha 4CM Professional |
| Case | Lightweight Professional |
| MSRP | $8,217.00 |
| Sale Price | $6,096.99 |
| Savings | $2,120.01 |
| SKU | YTS-82Z |
| UPC | 086792974408 |
Experience This Custom Masterpiece Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the ultimate combination of expressiveness, response, and control offered by the Yamaha YTS-82ZII Custom Z Tenor Saxophone with its revolutionary one-piece bell, advanced V1 neck, and decade of accumulated refinements. Our expert saxophone specialists can demonstrate how this 10th anniversary flagship instrument's free-spirited character and innovative design features deliver the exceptional performance that fulfills the needs of the highest level musicians at this extraordinary value.
