YTS-875EX Tenor Saxophones

The Custom EX represents one answer to Yamaha’s pursuit of the ideal saxophone sound and is the result of decades of painstaking research and trials with some of the world’s greatest saxophonists. Designed with the classical saxophonist in mind, the EX saxes offers smooth key response, blows comfortably, and delivers a deep, refined sound rich with color. The EX also provides great flexibility with a wide dynamic range, and stunning projection that fills the hall with an authoritative tone.

YTS-875EX

Finish: Gold lacquer

YTS-875EXS

Finish: Silver-plated

YTS-875EXG

Finish: Gold-plated

YTS-875EXB

Finish: Black lacquer

Kenmerk

Neck

The new G3 neck is handmade and offer highly accurate intonation with an improved response.

Octave key

The octave key has a unique new ball joint design for smooter, quicker action. The new neck receiver improves rhe tonal resonance.

Left-hand seesaw key

The left hand seesaw key has been redesigned to facilitate playability as well as feel more comfortable.

Bell brace

The bell/body brace features two-point contact for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.

Center-bow reinforcement plate

The center-bow reinforcement plate has been removed on the EX alto for a free blowing resistance.

Case

These saxes come in deluxe ultralightweight cases which provide excellnt protection. A convenient carrying strap is also included.

Adjustable tear drop front F key

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

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

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

Two-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.

One-piece bell

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

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

Bell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it.

Separate style key guard

Separate style key guard

The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.

Reinforcing Plate attached to the Bow

Reinforcing Plate attached to the Bow

Provides easy control and a rich tone in the lower range.

Case (TSC-875)

Case (TSC-875)

These saxes come in deluxe ultra-lightweight cases which provide excellent protection. A convenient carrying strap is also included.

The colors and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.