Yamaha Model YFH-8310ZIIS Custom Z 'Bobby Shew' Bb Flugelhorn BRAND NEW

Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS Bb Flugelhorn Overview

The Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS Custom Z Bobby Shew Bb Flugelhorn is a silver-plated professional flugelhorn designed to deliver the tonal depth associated with traditional flugels while maintaining the easy response and secure intonation of Yamaha’s modern engineering. Built around Bobby Shew’s concept of balanced air resistance and upper-register clarity, it is intended for players who want a flugelhorn that can sound rich and dark when needed but still slot cleanly and speak quickly across the range.

Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS Bb Flugelhorn Specifications

• Key: Bb
• Bell material: One-piece yellow brass
• Bell diameter: 151.8 mm (6 in)
• Bore size: S, 10.5 mm (0.413 in)
• Weight: Medium
• Monel alloy pistons
• Vertical valve slides
• 3rd valve slide trigger
• Finish: Silver plate
• Case: Yamaha FHC-8310 case
• Accessories: SHEWFLUGEL mouthpiece, valve oil, cleaning cloth

Condition & Setup

Condition: Brand new with full manufacturer’s warranty. This instrument is inspected, professionally set up, and play-tested by our shop prior to shipment. We are an authorized Yamaha dealer, and this instrument qualifies for free shipping.

Who the YFH-8310ZIIS Bb Flugelhorn Is For

The Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS Bb flugelhorn is a professional Bb flugelhorn built for players who want traditional flugelhorn warmth with modern intonation, response, and secure slotting.

This model is especially well-suited to lead and commercial players, doubling trumpeters, and jazz artists who need a flugel voice that can be colored easily without feeling overly loose. The Bobby Shew-inspired design targets a specific, controlled level of resistance, helping you shape articulation and timbre while keeping the upper register stable and centered for a flugelhorn. Compared with more open, old-style flugels, the YFH-8310ZIIS is designed to feel more immediate and predictable while still delivering a full, character-rich sound.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS

Is the Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS suitable for professional use?

Yes. The YFH-8310ZIIS is part of Yamaha’s Custom series and is designed as a professional flugelhorn with modern intonation, consistent response, and performance-focused specifications.

What makes the YFH-8310ZIIS different from a more traditional flugelhorn?

It is designed to retain the tonal richness associated with older flugels while adding a more controlled feel, easier playability, and more secure pitch center through Yamaha’s modern design and manufacturing.

What comes with the Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS?

It includes the Yamaha FH-SHEW mouthpiece and a case as well as the full manufacturer’s warranty.

We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer

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