Yamaha YAS-875 EX B Alto Sax

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Yamaha YAS-875 EX B Alto Sax

Yamaha

YAS-875 EX B Alto Sax

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 146921
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YAS-875 EX B Alto Sax
Price: $5,993.90

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The YAS-875 EX B is a serious instrument built for the dedicated saxophonist. It delivers a powerful, flexible sound with incredible projection – a true step up for those looking for professional-level performance and refined tone. This is ideal for advanced students and gigging pros who demand the best.

Product Description

Yamaha YAS-875 EX B, Alto Saxophone

Master class Yamaha saxophones represent the non plus ultra of today's saxophone designs. They have been developed on the basis of decades of research and testing, involving the world's greatest saxophonists. This series offers a wide dynamic range, breathtaking projection, and a powerful timbre with a beautifully defined core. You really have to hear the depth and smoothness of the sound to believe it.

  • Masterclass
  • With V1 neck
  • Powerful
  • flexible sound
  • High F# key
  • Adjustable front F key
  • Adjustable thumb rest
  • Black lacquer finish
  • Includes a case and a 4CM mouthpiece
PROS
  • • Exceptional projection and dynamic range for demanding performance settings
  • • V1 neck design offers improved response and a warmer tonal core
  • • Adjustable front F and thumb rest enhance ergonomic comfort and customization
  • • High F# key extends upper register capabilities for advanced players
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players
  • • The heavier build may fatigue players during extended practice or performance
  • • Black lacquer finish requires careful maintenance to prevent tarnish and scratches

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Key Features

Material Yellow brass body and keys with a blue brass bell
Keywork Mechanically drawn keywork with precision adjustments for consistent action
Finish Black lacquer finish, providing durability and a sophisticated aesthetic
High F# Key Present, enabling access to a higher register for advanced playing
Mouthpiece Yamaha 4CM mouthpiece, offering a balanced tonal foundation
Weight Approximately 5.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The V1 neck design focuses on improved response and a richer, warmer tonal color, often perceived as less bright than earlier models.
While beneficial for advanced players to improve intonation in the upper register, intermediate players may not immediately notice a substantial difference.
The YAS-875 EX B boasts exceptional build quality with meticulously drawn keywork and durable materials, rivaling instruments from Selmer and Yanagisawa.

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