YAS-62 Alto Saxophones
Already a legend, the “62” attained the love and respect of a wide range of players for its highly reliable performance and outstanding quality. It owes its success to a group of dedicated designers with great vision, and highly skilled craftsmen performing their work with an extraordinary level of devotion, perfection, and passion.
![Yamaha Saxophone YAS-62 feature image](/en/files/YTS_YAS-62UL_Family_trim_f598d6d8ac5b5da74219e76fff145cd0.png)
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Already a legend, the “62” attained the love and respect of a wide range of players for its highly reliable performance and outstanding quality. It owes its success to a group of dedicated designers with great vision, and highly skilled craftsmen performing their work with an extraordinary level of devotion, perfection, and passion. Amber and un-lacquered finishes are new additions to the 62 Saxophone Series lineup.
Product Information
Note: Image features YAS-82ZUL. The surface appearance will change over time depending on usage conditions and the environment
Feature
Unique bell engraving method (Only for YAS-62A)
![Yamaha Saxophone YAS-62 feature image](/en/files/YAS-62A_a_0001_trim_9cab3a1540951839ebdea75dc45adb8c.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=311)
Unique bell engraving method (Only for YAS-62A)
The hand engraving is done by craftsmen after lacquering to enhance the contrast with the brass.The beautiful engraving design further enhances the luxurious feel of the YAS-62A. A special technology topcoat enables the product to maintain its beautiful condition for a long period of time.
YAS-62 Neck
![YAS-62 Neck](/en/files/1-10_YAS-62_Neck__00dcfce5e8ce709657f0101ac3c41a91.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
YAS-62 Neck
A slightly narrower bore provides a faster response and greater control. The new 62 style neck allows a comfortable flow of air so that every player can attain a solid tonal core.
Integrated Key Posts
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Integrated Key Posts
Integrating the multiple key posts onto a single plate makes the horn blow with moderate resistance while delivering a solid core with deep tone color.
Octave key with a regular joint to realize smoothness
![Octave key with a regular joint to realize smoothness](/en/files/3-1_Octave_key_mechanism_YAS-480_ss_f72763ecc0dc958f6e922a89bbc9d196.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
Octave key with a regular joint to realize smoothness
A simple but functionable octave joint to realize smoothness.
62 shape
![62 shape](/en/files/4-1_62-shape_b3dccfb23281f9fc7e3e427e6e1c13d8.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
62 shape
Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter.
Improved Low B-C# connection
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Improved Low B-C# connection
An improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the lower range of the instrument.
Neck Receiver
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Neck Receiver
The professional style neck receiver increases togetherness of the neck and body offering richer tones.
Adjustable tear drop front F key
![Adjustable tear drop front F key](/en/files/9-1_YAS-62__818fb3563d13880b800cebf32b889aa6.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
Adjustable tear drop front F key
The unique tear-drop shaped F key improves playability. It is adjustable to players' preferences.
Seesaw key
![Seesaw key](/en/files/11-1_YAS-380_Seesaw_key_ss_12b579587c29202273d101a2a39306d4.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
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](/en/files/12-1_Two-point-contact-YAS-62_ff29bcc7c75ce20dde3b1114393138e6.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=159)
Two-point contact
Two-point contact is adopted for enhanced projection and a free-blowing response.
Two-piece bell
![Two-piece bell](/en/files/13-2_two-piece-bell_4967d71c8d0d640203d1584caf82e7bd.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=240)
Two-piece bell
Two pieces of brass sheets are jointed together by the hands of craftsmen, then shaped to the bell with a machine.
62 style (AS, TS)
![62 style (AS, TS)](/en/files/14-3_YAS-62_p_0002_aa8bffd179d182cab39d702d42e7bf20.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
62 style (AS, TS)
More elaborate with finer detail, the new design offers delicate beauty.
Bell-ring
![Bell-ring](/en/files/15-1_YAS-62__7e1941a9839bdc7622b59e8c63abf7fd.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
Bell-ring
Bell rings supports the instrument to vibrate well when players blow into it.
Separate style key guard
![Separate style key guard](/en/files/16-2_YAS-62__d5d13578204daf741c7d984de30c29c6.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=320)
Separate style key guard
The separate key guards feature adjustable screw cap stoppers for professional-style technical adjustments.
Improved low B-C# connection
![Improved low B-C# connection](/en/files/18-1_YAS-62__b7e3dd074f5a07a80d5b5c72b96319b1.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=180)
Improved low B-C# connection
An improved mechanism from low B-C# connection ensures the consistent closing of the low C# key and promotes a clear response from notes in the low range of the instrument.
Case (ASC-600E)
![Case (ASC-600E)](/en/files/23-10_ASC-600E_a_0001__cb35826a0ac488b15d496bd4fc3dde8f.jpg?impolicy=resize&imwid=240&imhei=153)
Case (ASC-600E)
Semi-hard case offers a contemporary look and greater ease of transport.
Audio & Video
Dr. Eugene Rousseau - Advantages of New 62 Saxophones
Dave Koz with Yamaha saxophones
The colours and finishes shown may vary from those on the actual products.