Yamaha YAS-875EXS05 Custom Eb Alto Saxophone in Silver-Plated Finish
Our new YAS-875EX05 Custom 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 worlds most talented saxophonists, including Nobuya Sugawa, Jean-Yves Fourmeau and Otis Murphy. Their invaluable input has meant that we've been able to create an instrument that sounds incredible, is comfortable to play and that constantly evolves with the player.
FEATURES
Refined, Elegant Sound.
An evolved flagship model with stress-free key work and low-register playability, the Custom EX gives the performer full expressive freedom.
Brand New Key Layout
The new Custom EX alto saxophone has had a complete overhaul of the key layout. Changes to the Front F key shape and mechanism, a position change of the left-hand palm keys, left-hand table keys, right-hand side keys and right-hand pinky keys offers a smoother playing experience giving players more confidence when performing. With the new, more ergonomic key layout design, the new Custom EX gives players unrivaled comfort and makes hand adjustment easy and almost stress free.
Easy to Play in the Lower Register
During the design process, we experimented with new methods for producing the bottom bow of the instrument. The diameter of the low C and D toneholes has been reduced and our unique acoustic annealing process has been applied to enhance low note playability. Resistance is consistent throughout the instruments range.
Outstanding Intonation
Yamaha saxophones are renowned for their fantastic intonation and the new Custom EX is no different. We've optimised the tonehole sizes and positions which has meant that the intonation on the new instrument is better than ever.
Elegant Engraving Design
The Custom EX saxophone features a new lily engraving design which is hand engraved on every instrument.
Redesigned Ebonite Mouthpiece
The Custom EX saxophone is complemented by our redesigned Custom ebonite mouthpiece. The baffle, chamber, and other areas of internal design have been re-designed for greater projection as well as soft, beautiful tonality. The shape of the tip has been modified for increased comfort and easier embouchure control.
Semi-hard Case
The semi-hard rucksack style case supplied with the new Custom EX is made from a stylish durable material.
SPECS
Key: Eb
Bell: One-piece, hand engraved
Keys: Mother of pearl, High F#, Front F
Thumb Hook: Adjustable
Finish: Silver-plated
Neck Model: AV1
Mouthpiece Model: 4CM
Case Included: Yes
