YAS-875EXII Alto Saxophones
Your voice, the new Custom EX alto saxophone
The new Yamaha YAS-875EXII Custom EX alto saxophone marks a huge step forward for saxophone design. Offering players a wealth of new musical possibilities, the new Custom EX has been designed in collaboration with some of the world’s most talented saxophonists, including Nobuya Sugawa, Jean-Yves Fourmeau and Otis Murphy. Their invaluable input has guided Yamaha to create an instrument that boasts outstanding intonation, a wide dynamic range, and complete expressive freedom.
Product Information
Feature
YAS-875EXII Neck
![YAS-875EX Neck](/files/1-18_YAS-875EX_82Z_Neck_ss__bbe667dc91a3c19dc66453bbb11f981b.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
YAS-875EXII Neck
Custom G1 neck adds richness and fullness to the sound.
YAS-875EXII Neck receiver
![YAS-875EX Neck receiver](/files/2-17_YAS-875EX_Neck_receiver_ss_8641b957a9d5840db62ed94cb188ece2.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
YAS-875EXII 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
![Octave key with a ball joint to realize utmost smoothness](/files/3-2_Octave_key_mechanism_YAS-875EX_ss_8f14560a63d85bac6e977e487cac3b49.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
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.
875 shape with custom brass
![875 shape with custom brass](/files/4-3_875_shape__ee79df3048fab1d8bb88637db82746f5.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
875 shape with custom brass
875 series adopts an innovative body shape which is unique to Yamaha. This produces a moderate resistance and solid tone. The material is optimized for custom models.
Ergonomic key layout (875/875EX)
Ergonomic key layout (875/875EX)
Key layout is designed to fit to humans' hands. This helps players concentrate on their performance without feeling stress. 875 series adopts a newly designed key layout to realize even better playability.
Integrated key posts
![Integrated key posts](/files/7-2_Integrated_key_posts__3c8ebe227e8ed7d02a1bcb8bbf588cd8.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=240)
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
![Adjustable tear drop front F key](/files/9-1_yas-875ex_875__6b965684f98315f0f64676fb3654f636.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
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 key button](/files/9-2_YAS-82Z_ss_dfb69c259f0891ab9c72bfc186e60f79.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
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.
Seesaw key
![Seesaw key](/files/11-1_Seesaw_key_YAS-380_ss_119f2a9ffbc8f2e980103f2d691f5077.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
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](/files/12-1_YAS-875EX__Two-point_contact_ss_f2093e34972daf83a869732ab396e3f0.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
Two-point contact
Two-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.
One-piece bell
![One-piece bell](/files/13-1_one-piece-bell_72dc1d9f51bb4aee1fd637eaacb04bfb.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=240)
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.
Hand-engraved lily with Custom EX logo
![Hand-engraved lily with Custom EX logo](/files/14-9_Custom_EX_logo_YAS-875EX__5deedb2ebf27cc16dceb459c180a41e6.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
Hand-engraved lily with Custom EX logo
The Custom EX saxophone features a new ‘lily’ engraving design which is hand engraved on every instrument. Custom EX logo is the proof of craftmanship.
Bell-ring
![Bell-ring](/files/15-1_YAS-875EX_875__75f5d4860969d8528b470152c146825a.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
Bell-ring
Bell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it.
Separate style key guard
![Separate style key guard](/files/16-2_YAS-875EX_YAS-875__3ddacc3063a6faf38af10edba79e9a08.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
Separate style key guard
The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.
Without center bow
![Without center bow](/files/17-2_YAS-875EX_ss_8f82640722c14f41882bf840acf0da75.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
Without center bow
Removing the center bow improves responses without affecting the quality of sound.
Case (ASC-800E)
![Case (ASC-800EC)](/files/23-16_ASC-800EC_a_0001__cca9ffc6b780426637c552fe84ed1053.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=153)
Case (ASC-800E)
The semi-hard rucksack style case supplied with the new Custom EX is made from a stylish durable material.
The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.