Manufacturer's Description
The evolution of the Yamaha Custom Z continues. Powerful sound and the ability to play fast passages without difficulty, the Z is crafted to meet your highest expectations. They have been re-examined from the neck to the bell 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.
Unique bell engraving method
The hand engraving is done by craftsmen after lacquering to enhance the contrast with the brass.
V1 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.
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 Pad Resonators
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
Craftsmen 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
The Custom Z saxophone features a ‘anemone’ engraving design which is hand engraved on every instrument. Custom Z logo is the proof of craftsmanship.
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 Reinforcing Plate attached to the Bow
Improve the response due to lightweight and lower blowing resistance
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.
Specifications
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- Custom model
- Gold lacquered, silver-plated, unlacquered or black lacquered finish
- Adustable front F mechanism (spatula style)
- High F# key (spatula style) (not on 82ZULWOF model)
- Lightweight thumb hook base and thumb rest
- Lightweight brass alloy for greater projection
- Large bore "V1" neck design for open sound
- Mother-of-Pearl key inlays
- Decorated adjustable keyguards
- Metal resonator pads
- Detachable, one-piece hand-engraved bell
What's Included
- Yamaha 4CM ebonite mouthpiece
- Ligature and cap
- Neck strap
- Cork grease
- Lightweight case
Perfect Performance Plan
Included with every new instrument:
- Pre-Sale Set-Up
- Owner's Check-Up
- Minimum Three-Year Warranty
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