{"product_id":"yamaha-yfg-812ii-custom-professional-bassoon-sn-5034","title":"Yamaha YFG-812II Custom Professional Bassoon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFG-812II Bassoon Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YFG-812II is a Custom professional bassoon designed around a round, warm tonal concept with powerful projection. Its thicker-wall maple construction distinguishes it from the brighter, more immediate YFG-811II and gives orchestral and chamber players a different tonal foundation within Yamaha's Custom bassoon line. This particular instrument offers the established YFG-812II design for players seeking a focused professional bassoon with substantial tonal depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFG-812II Bassoon Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Bassoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingering System: Heckel system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Long-seasoned maple with thicker-wall construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated nickel silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh D Key: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoller Keys: Six\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrill Keys: F-G and E-F#\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Yamaha hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Two Yamaha Super Bocals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 5034\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model bassoon is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The glossy reddish-brown maple body has multiple light scratches and scuffs, including a more noticeable group of parallel scratches on one joint. Fine handling scratches are also present on several polished metal fittings. The cosmetic marks are disclosed for accuracy and do not prevent this instrument from presenting as a well-maintained professional bassoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YFG-812II Bassoon Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YFG-812II is intended for professional bassoonists, conservatory-level players, educators, and advanced orchestral musicians who prefer a round, warm core with strong projection. Its thicker-wall design favors tonal breadth and stability, making it especially relevant for orchestral, chamber, and solo settings where depth of sound and a centered presence are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YFG-812II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YFG-812II differ from the YFG-811II?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha describes the thicker-wall YFG-812II as having a round, warm tone with powerful projection. The thinner-wall YFG-811II is designed for a more brilliant tone and easy response, giving players two distinct tonal approaches within the Custom line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Heckel system offer professional players?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heckel system is the established German-system key layout used by most modern orchestral bassoonists. The YFG-812II combines it with a high D key, six roller keys, and dedicated trill mechanisms for professional repertoire and technical demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does bocal selection affect this bassoon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBocal choice influences resistance, intonation, register response, and tonal focus. Two Yamaha Super Bocals are included, allowing the player to evaluate how each bocal complements individual reed setup, embouchure, and musical application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53817065275757,"sku":"YFG812II-CR5034","price":21249.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7134667.jpg?v=1787786516","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yfg-812ii-custom-professional-bassoon-sn-5034","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}