Updated 17 May 2026
| Brand | Yamaha |
| Category | Musical Instruments |
| Available at | 1 UK stores |
| 90-day avg | £4350.00 |
Yamaha
Yamaha YAS875EX Custom EX Alto Saxophone Gold Lacquer
£4350.00Fair Price
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Current
£4435
Change
+16.0%
Avg
£4097
Low
£3764
High
£4447
Volatility
3.7%
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
- Rich tone with enhanced projection The Custom V1 neck and two-point bell contact work together to create a warm rounded tone with added projection. This setup enhances the saxophones ability to carry through in ensembles or large spaces while maintaining detail and character in quieter passages. The nickel silver neck receiver further improves tonal density offering a balanced response across all registers. Comfortable responsive playability The ergonomic key layout is specifically designed to match the natural shape of the hands helping reduce fatigue and allowing players to focus fully on musical expression. Additional features like the adjustable tear-drop front F key seesaw key and soft mother-of-pearl key buttons ensure maximum comfort during play particularly across fast passages and extended sessions. Precision-crafted for smooth transitions A standout feature of the YAS875EX is the ball-joint octave key which improves key movement by reducing mechanical resistance. Combined with the integrated key posts and lightweight bow (without reinforcement plate) players benefit from responsive articulation and easier control over dynamics and phrasing. This makes intricate playing smoother and more natural. Handcrafted details that elevate performance The one-piece bell is hand-hammered from a single sheet of brass delivering solid tonal unity and more accurate intonation in the mid to lower range. The hand-engraved lily design and Custom EX logo provide a subtle nod to the instruments craftsmanship while the separate-style key guards offer room for professional adjustment. It also includes a semi-hard rucksack-style case for easy secure transport. Yamaha 5 Year Extended Warranty As a premium brand Yamaha are proud to offer a free five-year extended warranty when the purchase of your instrument is registered within six months of purchase. Please visit the Yamaha website for the full terms and conditions and to register your warranty. 3 Months Free Tomplay Premium Subscription When you register your instrument you can get a three-month premium subscription to Tomplay where you can access over 40000 scores with backing tracks. You are able to filter by musical style composer difficulty and accompaniment type and interact with the scores. The pieces are all recorded by professional musicians and you can control the tempo and even record yourself playing. If you wish you can also print and annotate your score and create loops to focus on those more difficult passages. For more information please see the Yamaha/Tomplay website. Specifications Neck: AV1 Body Material: Brass Mouthpiece: Ebonite Ligature: Yellow brass
- Gold Lacquer Bell Material: French Brass Finish: Gold Lacquer Bell Decoration: Hand Engraved Spring Type: Blue Steel Needle Pad Type: Waterproof Leather and Wool Felt with Plastic Tone Boosters Mechanisms Key: Eb Level: Custom Neck Reciever: Nickel Silver Bell: One-Piece Tone Holes: Drawn Auxiliary Keys: Front F - High F# Mounting: Ribbed and Flanged Thumb Hook: Adjustable Plastic Pivot Screw: Bullet Tip Design with Head Included Accessories Mouthpiece: Yamaha 4CM Case: Included