Yamaha YAS-62III Alto Saxophone
- Eb alto saxophone, professional grade
- Gold lacquer finish over brass
- 4C mouthpiece and case included
- Third generation of the YAS-62 design
- 14 pounds, 30 x 10 x 15 inches as listed
Last refreshed Sep 28, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A professional alto that crosses classical and jazz work, for a player stepping up from a student horn. Warranty terms are missing and the spec sheet carries an older model number, so confirm the generation with the seller.
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ASIN: B00H0VYZUIModel: YAS-62IICategory: Saxophones
Overview
Concert halls, jazz clubs and recording studios are all territory for this Yamaha alto, designed with input from classical and jazz saxophonists. The brass body wears a gold lacquer, and it ships with a mouthpiece and a case.
Cross-genre design makes it a horn a player can stay with for years, whatever the style. The listing gives no warranty terms and shows a model number that differs from the title.
Who it's for
Serious students, doublers and working players get a cross-genre alto with a case and mouthpiece. Beginners testing whether the saxophone sticks should start with a student model.
Pros and cons
- Developed with classical and jazz players
- Gold lacquer over brass
- Mouthpiece and case included
- Third generation refinement of the design
- Warranty terms not listed
- Specs list model as YAS-62II
- Only gold lacquer offered here
Performance notes
Tone and response come from the brass body, the bore design and the mouthpiece matched to it. The included mouthpiece sets a neutral starting point, and reed strength decides how bright or dark it sounds.
Where it stands among saxophones
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 9 saxophones lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 17 saxophones we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | YAS-62II |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 14 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 30 × 10 × 15 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Brass |
| Color | Gold |
| Finish Type | Lacquered |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Case, 4C Mouthpiece |
| Other details | |
| Instrument Key | E Flat |
| Style | Professional |
Closest rivals on specs
BetterSax Session Alto Saxophone- Item weight 14 vs 17.4 pounds (-20%)
Selmer SAS301 Student Alto Saxophone- Item weight 14 vs 10 pounds (+40%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Yamaha YAS-62III a student saxophone?
No. Yamaha lists its style as professional, and the description calls it a do-everything professional alto.
Is the Yamaha YAS-62III suited to both jazz and classical?
Yamaha says it was designed with a classical saxophonist and input from jazz saxophonists for cross-genre use.
Why does the listing show YAS-62II for the Yamaha YAS-62III?
The specs list the model number as YAS-62II while the title and description say YAS-62III. Confirm the generation with the seller before buying.
Does the Yamaha YAS-62III come with a warranty?
No warranty terms appear in the listing. Ask the seller what coverage applies.