Yamaha YFL-481H Intermediate Flute, B footjoint
Brand: Yamaha
Categories: Musical Instruments, Band & Orchestra, Wind & Woodwinds

The Yamaha YFL-481 Series Intermediate Flute is an outstanding choice for the advancing student. The head, body, and foot joints are made of solid silver; which produces a warm and rich tone. The headjoint' embouchure hole is undercut for a clean attack, sensitive response and accurate intonation. Double bladder pads feature and extended life, while thickened post will result help maintain accurate alignment. A perfect fit for the band or orchestral flute section. This Yamaha Intermediate flute offers the durability of standard flutes while producing greater resonance. Features an improved scale for better intonation and an undercut, beveled embouchure hole for a clean attack, sensitive response, and accurate intonation. Improvements include a stronger post design to prevent post bending, accessible adjustment screws, improved adjustment screw material, and a body mark for proper footjoint alignment. Construction features a sterling silver headjoint, body and footjoint; nickel-silver keys and long-lasting neoprene bumpers. Yamaha Quality and Design Undercut and beveled embouchure hole Clean attack, sensitive response, and accurate intonationLow B gizmo key Convenient fingering and excellent response for high CDouble bladder pads Longer life and maximum seatingNickel-silver, power-forged keys Very durable and less susceptible to breakageCork key bumpers Quieter action and lighter touchStrong post design Key posts have been thickened and redesigned for improved durability and strength to maintain accurate rod alignmentFootjoint marking A unique footjoint alignment mark facilitates proper fitting by young playersErgonomic key shapes All key shapes and placement have been ergonomically designed for comfortable, natural-feeling performance. The keys are hand-assembled and adjusted for a perfect 'touch' and balanceAdjustment Screws Yamaha's unique screw resistance inserts allow smooth adjustments while preventing gradual loosening of the screws. All Yamaha wind instrum...

Headjoint, body and footjoint made of the same 92.5% pure sterling silver as expensive professional models for a rich, warm tone with enhanced projection.
Key posts have been thickened and redesigned for improved durability and strength to maintain accurate rod alignment.
All key shapes and placement have been ergonomically designed for a comfortable, natural-feeling performance. The keys are hand-assembled and adjusted for perfect balance and touch.
Yamahas unique screw resistance inserts allow smooth adjustments while preventing gradual loosening of the screws. For easier access, the screw positioning has been changed.
Footjoint alignment marks facilitate proper fitting by young players. Includes: case with cleaning rod.

Instrument Key: C
Material: .925 Silver
Brand: Yamaha
Style: Modern
Color: silver
Color Name: silver
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Product Dimensions: 18.25 x 6 x 4.25 inches
Item Weight: 3.6 pounds
Date First Available: November 3, 2010
ASIN: B004AIYCFM
Material Type: .925 Silver
Proficiency Level: intermediate
Item model number: YFL-481HY