Detail 01
Tenor, pitched in Bb
Larger and heavier than an alto, needs more air, reads a whole step above concert pitch.
Product detailSKU #1274115034597
YamahaYTS-875EX Custom Tenor Saxophone Lacquer
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Yamaha's top-tier Custom tenor in lacquer, listed left handed. For a working or advancing player buying a horn they intend to keep.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Gigging or studio players replacing an intermediate tenor
- Advanced students moving into conservatory-level playing
- A serious doubler who wants one tenor that handles everything
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Beginners — the money is wasted before the technique is there
- Marching band use, where lacquer and keywork take a beating
- Anyone needing an alto or a smaller, lighter horn
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Custom EX line
Yamaha's professional tier, not the student or intermediate series. Tighter tolerances and a more even response across registers.
Detail 03
Lacquer finish
Standard finish, easiest to live with. It wears at contact points over years of playing — cosmetic, not structural.
Detail 04
Left handed orientation
Unusual for saxophone — key layout is normally the same for everyone. Worth confirming exactly what this configuration is.
Detail 05
Price near $6,500
Professional-tier pricing. It holds value better than intermediate horns if you resell later.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the left-handed configuration before ordering — sax keywork is normally standard for all players
- 02Budget separately for a professional mouthpiece, ligature and reeds
- 03A tenor needs a proper case and neck strap; a shoulder-strap upgrade helps with the weight
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How is a tenor different from an alto?
It is bigger, heavier and pitched lower, in Bb rather than Eb. It takes more air and a larger mouthpiece, and reads different transposition.
02Is this worth it over an intermediate tenor?
If you play regularly and your technique is past the intermediate stage, yes. If you are still learning basics, the difference will not show.
03Does lacquer affect the sound?
Finish differences are subtle compared to mouthpiece, reed and player. Lacquer is chosen mainly for durability and looks.
04Is a mouthpiece included?
Check before ordering. At this level most players choose their own mouthpiece and reeds anyway, so budget for them.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Left handed
