Yamaha YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophine-Black Laquer-Mint

Title: Yamaha Custom Z YAS-82ZIIB Alto Saxophone (Black Lacquer) - Mint Condition

Description:

Up for sale is an immaculate, practically unplayed Yamaha Custom Z YAS-82ZIIB professional alto saxophone in the highly desirable and striking black lacquer finish.

Provenance & Condition:

I purchased this horn in 2022. I originally bought it with the intention of picking up the saxophone during my retirement, but life’s been busy with other interests and consequentl, this saxophone has been played for fewer than 10 hours total and has a confirmed 2021 manufacture date directly from Yamaha. It has been stored strictly in a smoke-free, climate-controlled home environment. Visually and mechanically, it is in true showroom mint condition—there are absolutely no scratches, dings, dents, or lacquer pitting anywhere on the body.

The Generation II Advantage:

As a second-generation Custom Z model, this horn features the complete suite of premium design updates that Yamaha introduced to elevate the series:

• One-Piece Hand-Hammered Bell: Unlike the two-piece bell on the first-generation 82Z, the Gen II features a single sheet of brass meticulously shaped by hand. This drastically improves low-end response and resonance while delivering a wider palette of tonal color.
• Custom V1 Neck: Equipped with the highly regarded wide-bore tapered V1 neck. It provides an incredibly open, free-blowing feel and the ultimate flexibility in tone shading and pitch control.
• Domed Metal Resonators: Upgraded factory pads feature domed metal resonators rather than plastic, giving the horn a wider dynamic range, crisper articulation, and outstanding projection.
• Improved Low B-C# Connection: A revised mechanical linkage ensures consistent closing of the low C# key, guaranteeing a reliable and effortless response in the horn’s lowest register.
• Lighter Weight Construction: Features an upgraded, lighter alloy thumb hook and thumb rest to optimize overall instrument vibration.

Key Configuration (High F# Key Included):

This specific model features the High F# key, which  provides immediate, effortless altissimo transitions and excellent note stability for contemporary, jazz, or classical performance.

What’s Included:

• Yamaha YAS-82zIIB Alto Saxophone 
• Original Yamaha Custom Z hardshell case (excellent condition)
• Unused factory Yamaha 4CM Ebonite mouthpiece, ligature, and cap

This is a rare opportunity to own a pristine, practically brand-new professional flagship Yamaha Custom Z without paying the standard $6,300+ retail price.

Shipping within the United States only. The saxophone will be packed with professional care—including safe key wedges to ensure the action stays perfectly in regulation during transit—and shipped fully tracked and insured via Reverb Safe Shipping.