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Yamaha

Yamaha YAS-62III Alto Saxophone

  • Eb alto saxophone, professional grade
  • Gold lacquer finish over brass
  • 4C mouthpiece and case included
  • Third generation of the YAS-62 design
  • 14 pounds, 30 x 10 x 15 inches as listed

Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A professional alto that crosses classical and jazz work, for a player stepping up from a student horn. Warranty terms are missing and the spec sheet carries an older model number, so confirm the generation with the seller.

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ASIN: B00H0VYZUIModel: YAS-62IICategory: Saxophones

Overview

Concert halls, jazz clubs and recording studios are all territory for this Yamaha alto, designed with input from classical and jazz saxophonists. The brass body wears a gold lacquer, and it ships with a mouthpiece and a case.

Cross-genre design makes it a horn a player can stay with for years, whatever the style. The listing gives no warranty terms and shows a model number that differs from the title.

Who it's for

Serious students, doublers and working players get a cross-genre alto with a case and mouthpiece. Beginners testing whether the saxophone sticks should start with a student model.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Developed with classical and jazz players
  • Gold lacquer over brass
  • Mouthpiece and case included
  • Third generation refinement of the design
Cons
  • Warranty terms not listed
  • Specs list model as YAS-62II
  • Only gold lacquer offered here

Performance notes

Tone and response come from the brass body, the bore design and the mouthpiece matched to it. The included mouthpiece sets a neutral starting point, and reed strength decides how bright or dark it sounds.

Specifications

BrandYamaha
ModelYAS-62II
Dimensions & fit
Item weight14 pounds
Item dimensions30 × 10 × 15 inches
Construction & materials
Material TypeBrass
ColorGold
Finish TypeLacquered
Included components
Included ComponentsCase, 4C Mouthpiece
Other details
Instrument KeyE Flat
StyleProfessional

Frequently asked questions

Is the Yamaha YAS-62III a student saxophone?

No. Yamaha lists its style as professional, and the description calls it a do-everything professional alto.

Is the Yamaha YAS-62III suited to both jazz and classical?

Yamaha says it was designed with a classical saxophonist and input from jazz saxophonists for cross-genre use.

Why does the listing show YAS-62II for the Yamaha YAS-62III?

The specs list the model number as YAS-62II while the title and description say YAS-62III. Confirm the generation with the seller before buying.

Does the Yamaha YAS-62III come with a warranty?

No warranty terms appear in the listing. Ask the seller what coverage applies.