
Semi-hard backpack-style case offers a contemporary look and greater ease of transport. An improved mechanism from low B to C# ensures a proper seal for these notes which promotes a clear response throughout the low range of the instrument. The new engraving design offers delicate beauty. The 62 style neck allows a comfortable flow of air so that every player can attain a solid tonal core. A slightly narrower bore provides a faster response and greater control.

Introduced in 1979, the YAS-62 and YTS-62 saxophones withstand the tests of time and competition and have been in a continual state of improvement since the launch of the YAS-61 in 1969. The 62 model saxophones(and their predecessor, the 61) have redefined the market by offering superior quality and durability at an affordable price. more Professional Bb Tenor Saxophone A favorite among band directors for decades. I point this out because it seems that you should be able to find a 62 for less than $2700.Store Categories: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Store Search: titles& descriptions Yamaha YTS-62III Professional Bb Tenor Saxophone Yamaha YTS-62III. That said, there's a beautiful 90s- early 2000s 62 on Canada eBay for $1900 $2400 CAD. Again- not 100% sure this is true (it seems that for bari sax, the 480 and the 62 have the same bore, but there has not been an 875 bari to my knowledge. The 62/82 bore is more vibrant, but needs to be tamed somewhat for the classical sound I prefer. As a classical player, I prefer the 875 bore, which is more resistant and a bit darker. If true, this is (honestly) the biggest difference between the two. The 480 has the same bore as the 875, while the 62 has the same bore taper as the 82. One other difference I believe to be true (correct me, someone, if I'm wrong) is bore taper. Key action won't feel as nice on the 480. I can't tell if the 480 has blued steel, but I don't believe so. The springs on the 62 may be better (blued, hardened steel vs.

I think it's the same shape as the ones on the 875 and 82, but I can't see how this would make a difference.

Professional style neck connector (whatever that means."professional style" necks these saxes come with) 62 neck (I'm not familiar with the 62 vs.Integrated key posts (Yamaha says this "makes the horn blow with moderate resistance while delivering a solid core with deep tone color"- I doubt there's really any noticeable difference).According to the Yamaha site, what you're missing from the 62 would be (with my comments):
