I totally feel you with quitting your job right before the "Zombie Apocalypse". 😆 Great channel and I look forward to the pros and cons aspect of your reviews.

Yamaha. What an amazing company. I have owned a Yamaha flute, and a Yamaha motorcycle. I still own two Yamaha Guitars, a Yamaha bass guitar and my Yamaha 62iii Tenor. All have been (or are) excellent.

I played on the original 875EX alto for 8 years while I was a military musician, it was an amazing saxophone.

Your reviews and lessons are brilliant, the best on the web; you are a national treasure!

Oh Wally, this review is tempting me to upgrade my classic 62 alto! Great review mate.

I've heard that it is the closest to the Mark vi in terms of its dimensions. Very cool video - thank you!

You really deserve more subsribers and more views, your production quality is so high, your information is precise and clear, and I could listen to your playing all day long. Looking forward to more content, but please don't stress yourself, we're here.

I’ve been okay my YAS 62 since 1984. Big and fat warm tone. Used it for classical at university and everything else over the years.

This is a masterpiece amongst reviews, sir!

The 82z and Series III are my favorite horns ever; I just need to get my hands on them! Finding them in black is are rare treat indeed.

Hey Wally. Really looking forward to your increased content schedule! You always make super high quality content which we can all aspire to. Tough gig on the home schooling man - maximum respect there! Thanks for the vids, I know I’ve learned some great nuggets from your content and I look forward to more of your high quality contributions to the online sax space. Jamie 🎷😎

Your tone is close to Poul Desmonds. It!s not the worst .Just love it. Saxplayer Olaf Copenhagen Denmark

Great video! I would love for you to do a review video for the 82Z. I just purchased one for Christmas, and I love it!

At the end of the day, you just gotta play a ton of horns and see what really speaks to you. I couldn’t be happier with my 72 VI - it absolutely blew my old 62 out of the water. That being said, the same day I played another VI that my Yamaha 62 blew out of the water heheh.

I got a Yamaha 875 EX one week used for half the retail price at the time and it has been a wonderful horn. Every time I put my fingers on a different instrument, going back to the EX feels like coming home from an awkward vacation

I had the V1 neck on a Custom Z tenor and loved it. Yamaha really deserves more credit for never failing to deliver outstanding horns. Look at the Purple label alto's. Note the YAS-61 still played by Dave Koz. Always a huge fan, Best Sax channel on KZfaq

Also check out the YAS-855 if you're looking for a used Yamaha pro alto. Great alternative to the 875 imho

Great review Dr. Wally. And good luck with the home schooling. I enjoy your playing very much because you are improvising and not playing someone else.(but I enjoy that also). The Chinese, and Taiwan horns have a ways to go material wise and quality control is also not competitive with the Japanese saxes. I play all Yanagisawa. but I do have a P. Mauriat tenor, a Cannon Ball Mad Meg Tenor. Love the sound they have, but more trips to the tech than Yanagisawa or my 1942 Conn 10m tenor.

Beginner in sax here, This saxophone is the cheapest yamaha saxophone I can find in our country, currently buying it, best of luck to me I know that it is a pro sax but I can still learn from it, Thank you for this wonderful review

For less than $3000 I bought a Yanagisawa AW02. It think it is as well made as a Yamaha. And if you were to look in the back of my closet, you would see the case is pretty decent. It’s been a long time since my sax has seen its case.

I was wondering what happened to your podcast. Glad I found you. Love the video. I play a silver plated 82z alto and didn’t take two looks at a 875 because everyone said if I’m not playing classical then I need a “jazz horn”. I always liked the silver horns so I ended up with the 82. I actually love a dark sound and might have preferred it. Now I added a 1954 King Zepher to my collection and its personality is dark and smooth.

have a Yamaha 23 only horn Ive had getting ready to step up my game on the sax . Played piano forever. my buddy has selmer and pushes that . Ive done lots of research and seems that this one fits me as I go to the next level thanks. especially love the black n gold lac.

thanks for this review, I watched your selmer supreme review as well, you are very honest and you give what buyers are looking for, honest review. more power to you.

I love Yamaha and I totally agree they are the best bang for your buck brand. While I love my mark VI it was a journey to be able to play it in tune and learn it but once I learned it the payoff was huge I have a lot more tonal flexibility with it than my old YAS-62s I had in HS.

Welcome back and thanks for posting, informative video as always!

You made us wait long enough. Great video as always. Keep it up.

Great balanced review. I appreciate your honest opinions. There is no question about the consistency of Yamaha build quality! My YTS 875 non EX with M1 neck is still in rotation with my PMXT66RUL which I just wanted something different and I am happy with both. On the Alto side I still play my 52 and I am looking hard and an upgrade option so I appreciate this review and the 52 Street review.

I own a 62III tenor at this point - and very happy with it - but I admit to having been tempted a number of times to get an EX. Great vid as usual.

I agree about the quality of the yamaha saxophones. I have an 875 custom silver plated tenor sax . Over 20 years old and in mint condition. I've changed one pad on the horn and the rest are all original. I practice every day and the horn has only required some corks felts and adjustments. It has the M1 neck. The plating is very thick and not like the silver plate on the old mark six selmers that wears off over the years. I enjoyed your review and your comments were very informative. Thanks. Patrick Marino

Great review! I own a yts silver plated 875 custom sax I bought about 21 or 22 years ago just before they came out with the new line of yamaha horns. The neck on it is an M1. you are right about the quality and the work done on these horns. I've been playing mine over 21 years and I do all my own repairs. Since I bought this horn and play over 150 gigs a year with lots of PRACTICE TIME on it I've only replaced 3 pads and some felts and corks. I do all my own repairs so I keep the horn in mint condition. Perfect seal, adjustment, and not a scratch in it. I wanted to note that the yamaha co. Back then used alot of silver on these silver plated models. I don't think the selmer co. from what I've seen uses as much silver in their plating. That being said I agree with you that they make a great pro horn. Being a band director for almost 30 years I've come across alot of horns and many were selmers. Some selmers were good and alot were bad. Condition has alot to do with it. I hope things work out for you with your job change. Patrick

Dr. Wally, thank you for the presentation. I appreciate the informative review. I play the alto and enjoy my YAS 82Z and YAS 875 EX II horns. The EX II is the newer of my altos and has great intonation. As you stated, this horn has more resistance than the 82Z. It also has great intonation. Thanks again!

This is a great review! You have a tremendous personality, a ton of knowledge, and some really great lines. This review was thoroughly entertaining. Thank you.

Great review!!! I have 82z.. and it is really easy to play. Especially for low notes, it is extremely easier than any other saxophones. Perfect intonation and great ergonomics as well... Ah, just one bad thing I need to mention is.... its pads are easier to stick to tone-holes. Maybe it is because I am living in very humid place, 🇸🇬 Singapore. Other than this, it is such a lovely 🎷 saxophone ❤❤

I don't play Sax, but I do so enjoy watching your videos. ♥️♥️♥️ (The Flute is just easier for me, with my lack of physical stamina.)

Congrats for the excellent review. I have had a Yani (WO10) and and a Selmer Paris (Jubilee II). I could not care very much when I saw my Yani depart. Now, the Selmer was another story, as it was tested at length by a friend of mine, against other Selmer JIIs and was problably the best alto sax that I have ever played. Times were sad and I had to see the Selmer depart... Enter a Yamaha 62, Actually my son's. And a Selmer JII neck -- wow. What a splendid result! Yamaha sasophones have the greatest value in the market (with a little tweak...)

Hang in there Dr. Wally. I taught at the local community college for about 10 years. Paycheck was nice, politics was a pain. Either way, I’m happy to point my students to you and several other great saxophone KZfaq channels. I’m constantly reminded of things long forgotten and learning techniques my teachers never touched on. ps I love the sound of that Tonalin mouthpiece!

I’ve been playing on the Selmer SA 80 II since ‘91 and love it but now need an alto for doubling and the 875EX and CustomZII really have my attention. Thanks for your review.

You have a beautiful sound! I'm looking forward to more of your content.

I have an original alto EX and tenor Z! I love them! I haven't experimented with changing necks.

Gorgeous warm tone. Very beautiful phrasing, dynamics and articulation.

Finally! YAS 875EX review from top notch player and reasonably thinking player.. Today everyone says "buy this, buy that here is my promocode" etc.. When i was buying mine there was no such reviews like now. I upgraded from Yamaha 62. Never liked the Selmer or Eastman, or P.Mauriat saxophones.. Excelent made video. Very much appreciated! Cheers from Bulgaria! :)

Played one of these blind and instantly bought it. I heard a lot of good things about the 62, but when I tried it, it didn't really click for me. I tried the 875ex right after and fell in love.

Thanks for this great review, Dr. Wallace. I've had an 82ZIIB alto on order for the last 2 months and expect delivery on it within a few weeks from Gerry's Music in South Hadley, MA. Their a great pro-shop and will give me the support I need on it for years to come. I too have a first generation 62 alto (purple logo) that still is an absolute work horse, as the build quality has remained in tact since 1988 when I purchased it. I may not notice a significant difference in sound with the new custom Z, but as you say, it will be different. Will let you know how I make out.

Awesome review. Thanks for being so comprehensive. I agree with basically everything you've said, and as I've said if I ever get around to upgrading the YAS 62 this would be my go to horn. Looking forward to more content, and I feel your pain, I'm homeschooling two as well, combined with teaching online (pass the wine!).

I own a 62 Mark I. Bought it new in 1998. Bought a Selmer Series III as an upgrade in 2015…sold the Selmer last week. Still playing the 62. I did upgrade to a G3 neck though.

I have similar horns as you: a non-purple logo (stamped? engraved?) 62 tenor from around 1999 and an 875EX from 2003. I upgraded both to V1 necks, and I really love it on alto, but it's a bit of a tossup with the stock 62 tenor neck. Rascher/Legere for classical, Phil-Tone Orion or Brilharts and Fibracells for jazz, and these horns are perfect! I even got to upgrade my soprano to an 875EX v1, and got a 62 bari. Sweet horns all around. I'm definitely a Yamaha guy!

I have an early Yamaha yts 52 & 62 purple logo tenor that are my go to horns. It's bullet proof. I played the 52 professionally for many years, I also played it when I was in the army band back in the Vietnam era. I prefer it over my Selmer series II. Yamaha ergonomics are hard to beat! Now I'm trying to decide between a Purple logo yas 62 alto or a yas 82ZII. I think the early years Yamaha have a unique sound, especially the altos. I really enjoy your channel, keep up the good work!!

cant believe you only have 4.5 thousand subs. deserve a lot more

Now I'm living in a van down by the river, lol. Great video as usual.

I have an 875II EX Custom and....absolutely love it!

Hi Dr Wallace. First, I want to say that I find your posts always enlightening. You have a great combination of knowledge, skills and the ability to articulate what you know clearly .. not a combination that is found all that often. Also, are you a reincarnation of Paul Desmond (and that IS a compliment)? I think your evaluation of the 875 is spot on. I had a chance to borrow one from a friend, and loved the harmonics available, something that to my ear is lacking in the 82Z … too bright for me that one. That being said, I have yet to find a horn that has tempted me to part with my Mark VI. Even with the inconsistencies, the breadth of the harmonics has yet to be equaled in any horn I’ve auditioned. I laughed as I was attending a concert by the late, great, Phil Woods. He had been a high profile Yamaha rep for a number of years, but was on the stand playing his Mark VI.

Thanks for the review (and for coming back after the forced break)!

I love my Yamaha silver 875II EX Custom Atelier, so very beautiful...........

I enjoy your content. I have been predominately a jazz and commercial player. I am also a woodwind tech. Ive owned many saxophones of all sizes. When i finally decided i needed to cash in my 1956 mk VI alto. I decided that the Selmer serie iII and 875 EX Ii cover everything I need and i got both of those for less than I got for my VI ( all slightly used) i owned an 82Z for a little while and have played a lot of serie II. It seems that I prefer the so called “classical”horns better and I dont play classical pieces. I feel that Yanagisawa makes excellent altos and sopranos as well . I play a 901 because its one piece. I just sold my VI soprano but have an 875EX sop. Decades of playing and buying horns leaves me with two of everything but only 1 bass. Sorry for length.

As soon as I started studying, I did a little research on the saxophone market and went straight from a Startone to a 82zul, it has been the best investment I have made in my life, apart from my wife's ring. Congratulations on the channel, I love your style, good luck!

Thanks for making this video man, I’ve been looking in to getting this horn and I think you’ve sold me on it lol

I have been playing a 1985-1989 Yamaha YTS-52 (Yamaha woodwinds identified vie serial #) It is a beautiful horn and I always get compliments on it (it still looks new) I kind of think your practice and playing comprises your sound more than the equipment ! Practice makes kind of perfect lol

Dude….I really appreciate your stuff. Keep it up

Great video Doc.. I'am a Conn fan, I play old Chu Berry on alto and tenor, 20 years now...I'm a Selmer player who switch to old Conns.. I played Yam 62, but didn't feel so good, both on alto and tenor. I think I probably diddn't pick the right ones, but your opinion is quite interesting and valuable. I'll give 'em a try if I'll have a chance

Thank you for another great video. On a sidenote, I think it's important to distinguish the Chinese-made horns from Taiwanese-made horns. They're not the same, in more sense than one.

I've had my 82Z alto for almost 10 years and got it with the V1 neck. Its about as close as you can get to a mark VI for at least half the price, it's called the V1 (VI) for a reason!

Another nice presentation, Wally...thanks! I’d love to try an 875EX or an 82Z one day. But for now I sure do love my YAS-62ii and YTS-62iii, both of which I upgraded with V1 necks. You’re right; going from the G1 to the V1 was an instant and marked improvement in intonation, tonal color, and volume (especially with the alto. I didn’t sense any issues with the stock 62 neck for the YTS-62iii; I just knew that I wanted to move up to the V1). Thanks again and looking forward to your next video!

I owned this model as well as the original 62 purple logo. Simultaneously, I owned a mark vi 141xxx. I also owned 2 yamaha sopranos, a 62 straight and a 62R with the attached curved neck. I really liked my yamahas, but what kept me playing my MKvi is the sound. The yamahas sound just fine and certainly darker but the natural lyric sound and the flexibility of the mark vi can't be compared. It is certain that the yamaha is more consistent and they all play the same, but for me this is not a positive, it is actually a negative that takes away from uniqueness. Again, people's opinions are different from each other and this is mine. Great horns but not great enough for me to make a change, and I certainly tried. When I listen to other players on KZfaq playing mark vi's then and yamahas now, I find myself liking their tone and musical expression more attractive with the old horns.

My first saxophone was a 1932 conn naked lady. It was my grandmothers, then my uncles, then my other uncles, then my sisters. I had it rebuilt when I was in junior high. It's still a good horn, with kind of questionable ergonomics. I bought a series 2 in high school, and never looked back. I've been playing Selmer ever since. This is not to say there aren't other good horns, just that I have a preference. I still like trading instruments with others when opportunities arise just so I can see what other brands are like. I play in a municipal band and I traded with someone that had a canonball and I could hardly get a note from it. A week later he bought a Selmer. I'm glad to Selmer finally get serious about quality control.

Favourite modern horns: Yamaha 875EX Yamaha 82Z Yanagisawa A-WO37 Buffet Crampon Senzo Keilwerth SX90R Shadow Free Wind (by Friso Heidinga) All excellent, also different. The Yamaha 875EX really does it for me, it has that middle of the road flexibility, a healthy dose of resistance, brilliant altissimo, stability, tuning and egality on par with the best, and also a build quality second to none. An extremely versatile, refined workhorse! It has a dull, almost pedestrian look, but it delivers musically!

love the reviews! I'm a big Yami fan. Like you, I've had a YTS-62 for years, erm 38 of them. I have a really nice Mk 6 and have tried the 82Z, 875 and many others, but that old '62 holds it's own effortlessly. In fact, despite all the allure of the Mk.6 I have so much more fun on the '62. I love the neutrality, it's a blank canvas and the ergonomics are excellent. I'll keep trying new horns of course but I have a sneaking feeling I'll always come back to that old '62. Either way I'll certainly never sell it!

I have a Yanagisawa A-901 with the 92 bronze neck I bought back in 2008.

I agree with you about the quality of Yamahas. Although I play a Selmer Series iii alto for classical playing, I find myself occasionally picking up an almost 10 year old YAS 62 at my school just for fun, and it is a blast to play due to the keywork with such a focused sound and great intonation. Also I look forward to more videos!

Another great review. I have been looking to upgrade from my Yamaha YAS-280 alto to a professional alto and if I had the budget, the 875EX, is the saxophone I'd want as I play mostly classical as well as some other music and I quite like the warm, tubby sound it has over the middle of the road, do anything sound of the 62 or the brighter edge of the 82z. Instead I am getting a Yanagisawa AWO2 within the next few months, just waiting for one to be in stock at my local dealer. I have always loved Yanagisawa's high build quality and after comparing the AWO1 brass and the AWO2 bronze models, I like how they have a centred tone, but I prefer the richer, slightly more mellow tone of the bronze over the brighter sound of the brass and can't wait to upgrade. I do have the option to get an unlacquered AWO2U now. I have never owned or played an unlacquered saxophone, so I don't know if the tone would change over time as it oxidises or if it might need more maintenance compared to a lacquered version due to the oxidisation. I have heard there is a minor differences in tone with the unlacquered being ever so slightly brighter and slightly less centred than the lacquered version. Also I am thinking I may get a Chedeville RC alto mouthpiece for my classical playing due to it being free blowing, can play louder than other classical mouthpieces and has a very nice dark tone that isn't stuffy. I currently play on a Selmer Soloist E and while I like it, I find it a little resistant for me and would prefer a bit less resistance and more dynamic range than it has, especially after playing on a JodyJazz HR* for Jazz and feeling how much more free blowing and easy it is to play on. The Chedeville mouthpiece is just a bit expensive for me right now and can't justify the cost. If you are able to get one, could you review the Chedeville RC mouthpiece?

I have a feeling you have not "abused" many horns Dr. Wally! But I do understand what your saying about build quality. I bought my Miraphone BBb in 1997 and it's still playing like the day it arrived from wood and brass wind. Initial build quality is what guarantees long service lifes of instruments. The higer the initial tolerances are the better.

Great review. I understand the concept that there are no "jazz horns" or "classical horns." That being said, I'd love to see what a classical player with a classical set-up would sound like on my King Super 20 alto. Along the same lines, people say that players sound like themselves on different set-ups. I want to see David Sanborn play on a Rascher mouthpiece and sound like he does on a Dukoff or whatever Dukoff clone he's playing now.

I listened to you testing the selmer supreme and the yamaha 875ex ii. You criticize that the supreme does not sing for you as your mvi. I am interested what you think of ‚the singing character‘ of the 875ex. In my ears the yamaha sings significantly less than the selmer… i hear what makes the difference for jazz saxists😉. Nice tests by the way😊👍🏻

Beautiful sound, Dr. Wally! And an excellent review. I’m itchin to try one now. I’m playing a 78k “mid-bow” VI alto, which is gonna be a little tough to beat, but there’s really nothing quite like an excellent, well set-up, brand new horn. I’m late to your party-is that a Tonalin you’re playing?

I’m very happy with my Yamaha 62iii tenor. Does everything beautifully for me.

Just bought one of these today, from Alamo Music in San Antonio. My freshman son is going to be thrilled! Edit: mine is an 875 EX custom.

I like ya cut g

I've mostly played vintage horns, as I was a bit of a collector and because I love their sound. Ergos though? Not so much. As for altos, I've owned a Mark VI, a Mark VII, Buffet Dynaction and S1, various Bueschers and Conns, and a copper Buffet S3 Prestige (not a CX-90). When I sold off my collection, I could not part with my SX-90R Anniversary Edition. When I got back to playing in 2000 (after not holding a sax for over 10 years), I selected it from a dozen horns at Lemca in Antwerp; it was my first real pro sax and is still my favorite.

Used to play on an 82Z alto years back but had to sell it off. Recently my favourite horn has been the Trevor James signature custom RAW unlacquered. Absolutely kickass pro horn with amazing build quality, tone and an even better price point :)

Just got mine!!! I think the case is nice!!!

What do you think about people stating this is more a classical Sax? What your opinions Dr. Wally?

Hey Dr Wallace great to see you again. How are you and your family? I hope you and your family are are doing well and aren’t being affected to much by the virus. Stay safe and enjoy your weekend. 👍😃

My first horn was Selmer SA-80 alto and when I wanted something different I bought Yamaha 82ZII alto online (couldn’t try horns in stores due to virus) I hated it and returned it. I couldn’t get used to the front F key teardrop. I then bought a Selmer Ref54 alto which has the pearl Front key and I love it.

Really liked the review. I am considering trying to learn how to play jazz on the saxophone because of this. I am also curious to see a review of the same saxophone but classical as i am more of a classical saxophonist. 😃🎷

Awesome review! Just got my YAS875EXII a couple of months ago and loving it. Mine came with a G1 neck... Sounds like I should give the V1 a try!

Geez how many altos u got Doc? I love my unlacquered 82z but would love to give the 875EX a try. You're absolutely right about the G1 series neck intonation issues. Had to call Yamaha and they sent me some random neck of theirs that I have no idea if its a 52 or 62 version. The V1 sounds like its worth a try tho! I still have my G1 which now plays in tune....cus I dented it by accident lol.

Nice I have an yas- 62 and that sax is really nice and it sounds immaculate

Great video, thank you! I concur: 875EX is a stellar instrument. Of course, it's the matter of preference and small details that make all the difference to each player. Haven't tried the soprano, but been playing EX both alto and tenor for a few years. On the tenor I switched from YTS-62 (mk I) - I seriously love how more controlled the intonation is on the EX, yet the horn is still very colorful, in its own right. Switching between styles is the matter of switching the setup and the embouchure, the horn works marvelously well in any playing situation. I am suspecting this is what Selmer had in mind when developing their Supreme alto. As for the necks, my EX mark 1 came with G1 which I replaced with V1 and C1, and same for the tenor: that makes all the difference. I vividly remember doing the intonation balance act every time I hit the palm keys on the 62 tenor with G1 neck, and how I seamlessly get those notes every time I play the EX. I played 82Z tenor as well, they rented one for me on tour in Europe: I seriously enjoyed the horn, but to me that felt a lot like an upgraded 62, more colors, more resonance, richer sound, but the same concept. Which is not a bad thing, it's rather telling how EX is different, and which confirms the point you are making here. Finally, I got my both EXs off the Bay of E, very gently used and well loved, at $2.8K and $3K respectively: so if you know exactly what you're looking at, that might be the way to get an excellent horn cheaper.

I don’t want to sound political here . However, I’m under the impression that the “ Chinese Knockoffs “ are actually made in Taiwan 🇹🇼, NOT 🇨🇳 China ... a great source of knowledge is David Kessler at Kessler Music in Las Vegas ... to be honest , I sold my Selmer Mark VI ( # 66444 ) , and purchased a Kessler Tenor ( with Selmer Neck ) .... Love your content !! Keep it up , from Dr. Jeff ( played at McGill U Jazz 1981 ) , now a Foot Surgeon !!! Cheers !

Hi there, love your channel 😊I want to ask if 62 is good enough for professional classical playing,or 875ex is something really special? My horns since 30 years are both mk 6, but I really need a new alto . It’s not about the price, but is 62 good enough ? Thanks😊

Very helpful video! Could you do a showcase on a tenor or baritone saxophone?

My favorite horn is my Ishimori WoodStone silver plated alto. I have a Yamaha silver plated tenor Custom 82Zii and an older Yanagisawa 2200r soprano with the straight and curved necks. The Ishimori is crazy free blowing and is a cut above any other alto I’ve ever tried.

Love the content!

I’d be curious to try whatever the latest Yahama Custom tenor is. Back when the 875 was the top of the line horn, I loved its tone, but I felt the key action wasn’t as agile as the my 62.

On the ballad you sounded a lot like swedish alto player Arne Domnérus. His rendition of "The Midnight Sun Never Sets" is an international classic. As for the last question, my dream horns would be a Keilwerth on the tenor side, a selmer on the soprano side. For alto I would consider too many brands to mention, Yamaha being one of them.

I didn’t know that necks affect the sound so much

I always appreciate your videos Doc. However, I'm gonna stick with my 62II. It's a great horn especially once I paired it with a 62 neck. But like you said Yamaha gives you more bang for your buck. I do own an 875EX tenor.

My favorite pro alto saxophone is my YAS-62S (silverplated). I also enjoy playing my Jupiter JAS-868 which is silverplated with a solid silver neck but the YAS-62S is several steps above in terms of build quality.

I was always a Selmer guy, owning several over the years. Took a long break from playing and returned to playing when my son began to play Sax. I picked up a YAS 280 to play along with him, it's a great horn despite being a student model. Much more free blowing and mouthpiece friendly. It always felt like my Selmer's (Pro Paris France) were stuffy and fighting me. I don't get that from the student Yamaha. I have been playing pro level Yamaha's at local shops and been even more impressed. Bottom line I can see a Yamaha 62 Tenor (or higher) in my future!

Dr. Wally: great work! I just subscribed to your channel today.

My first alto Sax was a Yamaha 280, I loved it but after five years I upgraded to a P. Mauriat System 76 2nd Edition. I've been playing it now for several years, Its quite a good horn, feels different than my YAS 280 in the hand and has more resistance. The tone is very different though, a big fat sound, but no sweetness...Recently I've started playing some contemporary music, but I've quickly realised that the P. Mauriat in my opinion is not good for this. Its missing colours its more resistant to adding inflections on the notes as well. I think I'm going to try a Yamaha YAS 82Z...