Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax – Dark Amber Lacquer
Handmade in Japan – YTS-82ZIIA
Released originally in 2003, the YTS-82Z Yamaha Custom Z series horns redefined the Yamaha professional saxophone concept. Offering exceptional intonation, build quality and performance, the new Yamaha Custom Z has quickly become one of the most trusted professional saxophones on the market. Then, in 2013, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the Custom Z release, Yamaha launched the 2nd Generation YTS-82ZII further improving the line to offer players more than ever! While the 82Z is offered in multiple finishes, Yamaha has in the past only offered the dark amber lacquer in limited edition models which were very popular. Due to that popularity, as of 2024, the Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax in Dark Amber Lacquer is now a standard finish as the YTS-82ZIIA!
2nd Generation Yamaha Custom Z
Custom Z saxophones were completely reexamined from neck to bell to offer players even more. With the new V1 Custom neck, the Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax offers a richer tone than previous models while maintaining an exceptional combination of expressiveness, response and control while staying true to their free-spirited origins. Since the Custom Z Tenor Sax 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.
Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax Dark Amber Lacquer Finish & Special Engraving
The Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax in Dark Amber Lacquer has a unique hand engraving that is done by craftsmen after the amber lacquer is applied. This allows the engraving to enhance the contrast against the brass. After the engraving is performed, a special topcoat is applied to help protect the engraving and lacquer.
One Piece Bell
Aside from the new neck design, the other major improvement that the 2nd generation Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax received was in the bell. The first generation model utilized a hydro-formed 2 piece bell. While this is an efficient method of manufacturing, it was a radical departure from the traditional methods employed on pro horns throughout time. With the 2nd generation Yamaha Custom Z tenor sax, Yamaha has returned to the traditional one piece bell. This feature drastically improves low end response and offers the player a wider palette of tonal color.
Additional Information
Professional Setup
Every horn we send out to a customer is not released from us unless it has been completely setup in our shop first. This is because the setup on the horn is of the utmost importance! Sometimes, a saxophone (regardless of who the manufacturer) comes in needing 20 minutes of adjustments and then the very next one can require 2 hours! So if you were to get 5 of the same model right out of the box, they will all play different. This leads players to believe that they are “good” or “bad” saxes. The reality is that the one that was the best out of the 5 was likely the one that needed the least amount of work and the “bad” sax was the one that needed 2 hours worth of adjustments!
Once the same 5 saxophones are properly regulated and adjusted to perfection, they become near identical saxophones. Even the pickiest of players would be challenged to pick a true “favorite” horn. However, since most stores do not or even can not perform this setup, the player never knows this and is simply relying on the luck of the draw. This is why we perform our setup (in our www.SaxophoneRepairs.com ProShop) on them before delivering your new sax to you. You trust us with your purchase and we want to make sure that you are rewarded by giving you your ideal saxophone setup flawlessly!
Specifications
Yamaha Custom Z Tenor Sax Specifications
| Model | YTS-82ZIIA |
| Finish | Dark Amber Lacquer with Unique Top Coat to Protect Engraving |
| Body Material | Yellow Brass |
| Body Construction | Fully Ribbed Body Construction |
| Country of Manufacture | Handmade in Japan |
| Neck | Custom V1 |
| Pads | Premium Leather with Domed Metal Resonators |
| Mouthpiece | Yamaha Custom 4CM Rubber |
| Case | Premium Custom Z Series Case |
Click Here for the Yamaha Product Page for the 82Z Series Tenor
Financing Available
Multiple Financing Options Available!
We have a myriad of different financing options available for your new instrument! From affordable monthly payments over a longer period of time to other options that can include 0% Interest or Deferred Interest options, we can help find a way to make the instrument of your dreams become the instrument of your reality! Give us a call!
United Midwest Savings Bank
UMWSB offers flexible, long term financing with term lengths of up to 60 months at an affordable 12.99% APR. Better yet, their financing has No Pre-Payment Penalty so you can pay off your balance at anytime and only pay for the interest for the length of time you had the loan! Minimum of $850 required for UMWSB Financing
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Synchrony
Synchrony Financial is one of the national leaders in consumer financing. With deferred interest options (Interest if waived if paid off in promotional term) and sometimes, they offer manufacturer partnered promotions to offer you an even better term length. Minimum of $299 required for Synchrony Financing
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