Yamaha YSS-62 Soprano Saxophone Purple Label

Description

The Yamaha 62 is still the best single piece soprano that has been made. It came in two versions, the straight one (this one) and the one that is slightly curved (see the 62R in the museum section). Both horns have such a nice, rich tone that they are really hard to beat. Some vintage horns, like the Conn New Wonder II, Buescher True Tone, or the Martin Handcraft can compete with the 62 in the tone department, but all of these have very flexible intonation and vintage ergonomics. So if you are looking for the soprano that has it all, it is the 62. This particular horn is in great condition. The lacquer is almost all there, with only a bit of wear on some common touch points: by the neck cork, octave key, thumb hook. That’s about it! The purple, silk-screened Yamaha logo is still nice, and the horn is straight and everything is beautiful. The only past repair is a small dent that was removed under the foot of the palm D key, which is a very common repair and not serious.

This horn plays well on older pads. If you play a lot, the pads will need to be replaced in the next couple of years. If you only play a couple of times a week, they may last a lot longer. In terms of sound, this horn has that rich, complex, medium-bright tone that makes a classic 62 soprano. The horn feels light in your hands, and it is ergonomically excellent all-around. Intonation is great as well, like all Yamaha saxophones. It ships in the original case, which is in good condition but has some wear on the handle.

This should be a great horn that makes someone very happy!