The 82Z features a two-piece hydro-formed bell. The body, bell, and bow are annealed during production to make this horn more responsive and less resistant.
Mechanisms
The new mechanisms on the 82Z allow for faster action and easier repair.
Blue steel springs
The 82Z comes with blue steel springs for faster, more sensitive key response and higher resiliency.
New case
The new 82Z comes equipped with a newly designed lightweight case that has a shoulder strap.
Engraving
Eye catching engraving will give you the look of a custom horn.
Specifications
Level
Custom Z Tenor
Key
Bb
Neck
Custom G1 (handmade)
Neck Material
French Brass
Body Material
French Brass
Bell
French Brass, 2 pc.
Key Material
Yellow Brass
Key Buttons
Mother of pearl
Finish
Unlaquered (YTS-82ZU);
Gold lacquer(YTS-82Z);
Silver (YTS-82ZS);
Black lacquer(YTS-82ZB)
Tone Holes
Drawn
Auxiliary Keys
Front F; High F# key (available without F# key)
Mouthpiece
Yamaha 4CM
Mouthpiece Cap
Yellow brass; Gold lacquer, Unlacquered, or Silver plated
Ligature
Yellow brass; Gold lacquer, Unlacquered, or Silver plated
Spring Type
Blue steel needle
Pad Type
Waterproof leather and wool felt with plastic tone boosters