Custom Z Tenor Saxophones; Limited Model.
Limited models that grow out of the day-to-day interaction between artists and Yamaha Atelier staff
Instrument designers and technicians from Yamaha Ateliers teamed up with renowned artist and launched an in-depth research and development program aimed at creating an instrument that would give leading artists the elevated levels of musical expression and performance capability they need.
Giving full consideration even the finest details such as key layout and weight balance into consideration, the development team redesigned and refined the instrument part by part, eventually reaching an extremely high level of performance in the YTS-82ZASP.
Features
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.
YTS-82ZASP
Bell-ring (ZASP)
Separate style key guard
The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.
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.
Without F# key (WOF option)
High F# key is a standard equipment of modern saxphones. Wihout F# key option removes F# key, which produces the sound similar to the vintage saxophones.
* Specifications are subject to change without notice. The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.
