Yamaha YFL-874HW Flute Overview

The Yamaha YFL-874HW flute is a professional handmade wood flute built from select aged grenadilla and fitted with a solid silver mechanism and 10K gold springs. Designed for players seeking the tonal depth and warmth associated with wood flutes, this model offers a rich, centered sound with the flexibility for nuanced dynamic and color control. This example features a B footjoint, offset G, and split-E mechanism. As a Yamaha handmade flute, it reflects the company’s high standard of craftsmanship and is well suited to advanced and professional flutists who want the response of a modern mechanism paired with the distinctive character of grenadilla.

Yamaha YFL-874HW Flute Specifications

• Brand: Yamaha
• Model: YFL-874HW
• Instrument Type: Handmade Wood Flute
• Key: C
• Body Material: Select aged grenadilla wood
• Mechanism Material: Solid silver
• Springs: 10K gold
• B footjoint
• Offset G
• Split-E mechanism
• Case: Original Case
• Accessories: Cleaning Rod and Polish Cloth
• Serial number:  AE378

Condition & Setup

This is a used instrument in very clean condition. The pads and action have been shop adjusted, and the flute has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to ensure proper function and dependable performance.

Who the YFL-874HW Flute Is For

The Yamaha YFL-874HW flute is a professional handmade grenadilla wood flute for advanced flutists and working performers who want a warmer, richer tonal profile than a typical metal flute. Its sound is focused yet complex, with a stable core that supports refined articulation, flexible phrasing, and subtle changes in color across a wide dynamic range.

This model is especially well suited to players who value the combination of traditional wood-flute sonority and Yamaha’s precise keywork. The B footjoint extends the range to low B, the offset G can improve ergonomic comfort for many players, and the split-E mechanism supports cleaner, more secure response on high E. Within the professional flute category, the YFL-874HW stands out for its handmade construction, grenadilla body, and silver mechanism.

Common Questions About The Yamaha YFL-874HW

What is the Yamaha YFL-874HW?

The Yamaha YFL-874HW is a professional handmade wood flute in C made from grenadilla with a solid silver mechanism. It is designed for advanced and professional players who want the tonal warmth and depth of a wooden flute with modern Yamaha keywork.

Is the Yamaha YFL-874HW suitable for professional use?

Yes. The YFL-874HW is a professional-level handmade flute with features commonly required by serious performers, including a B footjoint, offset G, split-E mechanism, and premium materials such as grenadilla, solid silver, and 10K gold springs.

What kind of sound does a grenadilla flute produce?

Grenadilla generally produces a warm, dense, and richly colored tone with a strong fundamental center. Many players choose a wood flute for its ability to support nuanced expression, tonal shading, and a more covered sound compared with all-metal instruments.

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