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.


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)

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
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

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
A simple but functionable octave joint to realize smoothness.
62 shape

62 shape
Traditional body shape is adopted which makes the sound brighter and playing feel lighter.
Improved Low B-C# connection

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

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
The unique tear-drop shaped F key improves playability. It is adjustable to players' preferences.
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.
Two-piece bell

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)
More elaborate with finer detail, the new design offers delicate beauty.
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.
Improved low B-C# connection

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)
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.