Overview
The evolution of the Yamaha Custom Z continues.
With a powerful sound and the ability to play fast passages without difficulty, the Z is crafted to meet your highest expectations. They have been reconsidered from top to bottom and are now equipped with a one-piece bell for increased resonance and the highly regarded V1 neck for the optimal combination of response and control.
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Features
Unique bell engraving method
The 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-82ZA. A special technology topcoat for Amber finish enables the product to maintain its beautiful condition for a long period of time.
YAS-82Z Neck
The wide bore taper of the V1 neck provides a free-blowing feel and the greatest possible flexibility.
YAS-82Z Neck receiver
The 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).
Octave key with a ball joint to realize utmost smoothness
The octave key has a unique new ball joint design for smoother, quicker action. The new neck receiver improves the tonal resonance.
62 shape with custom brass
Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter. The material is optimized for custom models.
Ergonomic key layout
Key layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress.
Integrated key posts
This style of key posts adds a moderate resistance and makes the instrument sound as you blow into it.
Adjustable tear drop front F key
The unique tear-drop shaped F key improves playability. It is adjustable to players' preferences.
Mother of pearl key button
Mother of pearl is used as key buttons. It improves playability by making it easier to hold with soft but not slippery surface.
Metal resonator pad
The 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.
Seesaw key
The left-hand seesaw key has been designed to increase playability as well as provide a more comfortable feel.
Two-point contact
Two-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.
One-piece bell
Crafsmen shape the bell from a sheet of brass with a hammer. This adds a unity to the body and makes the intonation in middle to lower range smoother. It also has a solid tone.
82Z style (AS, TS)
The Custom Z saxophone features a ‘anemone’ engraving design which is hand engraved on every instrument. Custom Z logo is the proof of craftmanship.
Bell-ring
Bell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it.
Separate style key guard
The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.
Without center bow
Removing the center bow improves responses without affecting the quality of sound.
Improved low B-C# connection
An 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.
Case (ASC-820)
The 82Z comes equipped with lightweight case that has a shoulder strap.
Specs
Body Finish | | Black lacquer | |
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Auxiliary Keys | | High F# , Front F | |
Key buttons material | Mother of pearl | |
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Bell Decoration | | Hand-engraved | |
Thumb hook | | Adjustable | |
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Key of Instrument | | Eb | |
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Included Accessories | Mouthpiece | AS4CM |
| | | Case | ASC-820 |