Yes yes, I noticed. I just wanted to state that I had a student one, thus why I wanted to upgrade.

the 62 is overall better than the 875 or 82z, in my opinion

If I was a band student looking for a new sax to get me through highschool and college. I would buy a Yamaha 62. They have a very neutral sound. I would buy an Otto Link New York 7* or a Jody Jazz DV for jazz, rock and blues. If I was looking for a new alto or tenor to play jazz, blues and rock gigs on the weekends, and wanted something with a bright, bold tone, I would consider either the either one of these three; the Keilwerth SX-90R for a more vintage tone, the Yamaha Custom 82Z or the Cannonball Big Bell Global Series.

I recently got a Cannonball Raven alto and MAN I LOVE IT. one thing in particular it isnt made from laquer and it wont scratch and chip, only the keys and inside of the bell are polishedso you gotta take care of them but the body is solid nickel. if you jus look at the horn its beautiful, and my favorite thing is how unique it is. enough about cosmetics, hands down for the price man I say you can't beat it, I bought mine used, 2 or 3 scratches in the bell, and one minor scrape on the bottom of the horn.....$1200 bux. You can't beat the price and the thing is, its actually a great horn! it's the most beautiful sound I've made from an alto. Definately worth a try. I dont see uswing a different alto for a LONG time if I ever do. It really stands out, catches peoples eyes AND ears, and the price is unbeatable. It's got my vote, lol.