Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS 'Custom EX' Alto Saxophone in Silver Plate

Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS 'Custom EX' Alto Saxophone in Silver PlateYamaha YAS 875EXIIS Custom Alto Saxophone Overview The Yamaha YAS 875EXIIS Custom Alto Saxophone is Yamahas top tier Custom series alto, built for serious players who need a clear, focused core sound, fast response, and consistent intonation in solo, chamber, big band, and concert settings. This model pairs a silver plated finish with Yamahas Custom keywork and design refinements to support detailed articulation, fluid phrasing across registers, and

Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS Custom Alto Saxophone Overview

The Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS Custom Alto Saxophone is Yamaha’s top-tier Custom series alto, built for serious players who need a clear, focused core sound, fast response, and consistent intonation in solo, chamber, big band, and concert settings. This model pairs a silver-plated finish with Yamaha’s Custom keywork and design refinements to support detailed articulation, fluid phrasing across registers, and strong projection without sacrificing control.

Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS Custom Alto Saxophone Specifications

• Key: Eb
• Finish: Silver plate
• Keywork: High F# key
• Neck: Custom V1 neck with specially designed neck angle
• Engraving: Custom engraving
• Intended use: Professional performance and advanced study
• Case: Included
• Accessories: Mouthpiece with cap and ligature, cork grease, cleaning cloth

Condition & Setup

Lightly used. This saxophone has been professionally cleaned, serviced, set up, and play-tested by our shop. We are an authorized Yamaha dealer.

Who the YAS-875EXIIS Alto Saxophone Is For

The YAS-875EXIIS is a professional Eb alto saxophone designed for advanced students, conservatory players, and working saxophonists who need a centered, clear sound and a highly responsive feel. Its playing character is defined by a focused tonal core with controlled projection, supporting both lyrical classical work and the immediacy required for jazz and contemporary articulation.

What distinguishes the YAS-875EXIIS within Yamaha’s lineup is its Custom-series build and refined ergonomics paired with the silver-plated finish and modern performance features like the High F# key and a specially designed neck angle, helping players maintain fluid expression and secure response across the full range.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS

Is the Yamaha YAS-875EXIIS suitable for professional use?

Yes. The YAS-875EXIIS is a Yamaha Custom-series alto saxophone built for professional performance, with design features intended to support precise response, consistent intonation, and reliable projection in ensemble and solo settings.

What does the High F# key do on the YAS-875EXIIS?

The High F# key provides an additional fingering for high F#, which many players find helpful for certain technical passages and altissimo-adjacent transitions, depending on repertoire and personal approach.

What effect does the V1 neck have on the sound of the YAS-875EXIIS?

The wide-bore V1 neck design provides a free-blowing feel, allowing for massive resonance, effortless projection, and immense flexibility across registers

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