Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Overview
The Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series is a professional Bb flugelhorn built for players who want Yamaha’s precise valve work and centered response in a refined flugel voice. The model sits in Yamaha’s professional flugelhorn line and is specified with a gold brass bell, a design choice often favored for a broad, warm tonal color in jazz, commercial, brass ensemble, and lyrical solo settings. a professional-grade instrument developed with input from artist Wayne Bergeron, this lacquer-finish instrument is a strong choice for musicians seeking a dependable professional flugelhorn with a traditional Yamaha playing feel.
Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bb flugelhorn
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: 10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
- Bell Diameter: 151.8 mm (6 in.)
- Bell Material: Gold brass
- Finish: Clear lacquer
- Case: Yamaha hard case with shoulder strap
- Accessories: Yamaha 14F4 mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth
- Serial Number: 473947
Condition & Setup
This floor model Yamaha Custom flugelhorn is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The lacquer has a bright gloss with minor superficial handling marks around the valve casing and nearby tubing. The Yamaha hard case is included, along with a mouthpiece, valve oil, and polish cloth.
Who the YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Is For
The YFH-8315IIG is suited to advanced students, professional trumpet players, doublers, and ensemble musicians who need a dedicated flugelhorn sound with reliable response and intonation. Its gold brass bell supports a darker, more blended tonal concept than many yellow brass flugelhorns, making it especially useful for lyrical jazz work, commercial doubling, brass choir playing, and passages where a rounder color is needed without sacrificing clarity.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YFH-8315IIG
How does the gold brass bell shape the playing concept?
Gold brass is commonly chosen for a warmer, broader tonal color than yellow brass. On a flugelhorn, that can support a covered, vocal quality while retaining enough focus for ensemble use.
Where does the YFH-8315IIG fit within Yamaha’s flugelhorn line?
The YFH-8315IIG belongs to Yamaha’s Custom Series professional flugelhorn lineup. It is intended for players who need a refined, performance-level instrument rather than a student or casual doubling model.
What should trumpet players expect when moving to this flugelhorn?
A flugelhorn rewards a more expansive air concept and a less trumpet-like approach to articulation. The YFH-8315IIG is built to give trumpet players a secure, centered platform for that broader flugel sound.
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Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series Professional Bb Flugelhorn in Lacquer SN 473947
Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Overview
The Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series is a professional Bb flugelhorn built for players who want Yamaha’s precise valve work and centered response in a refined flugel voice. The model sits in Yamaha’s professional flugelhorn line and is specified with a gold brass bell, a design choice often favored for a broad, warm tonal color in jazz, commercial, brass ensemble, and lyrical solo settings. a professional-grade instrument developed with input from artist Wayne Bergeron, this lacquer-finish instrument is a strong choice for musicians seeking a dependable professional flugelhorn with a traditional Yamaha playing feel.
Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Specifications
- Instrument Type: Bb flugelhorn
- Key: Bb
- Bore Size: 10.5 mm (0.413 in.)
- Bell Diameter: 151.8 mm (6 in.)
- Bell Material: Gold brass
- Finish: Clear lacquer
- Case: Yamaha hard case with shoulder strap
- Accessories: Yamaha 14F4 mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth
- Serial Number: 473947
Condition & Setup
This floor model Yamaha Custom flugelhorn is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The lacquer has a bright gloss with minor superficial handling marks around the valve casing and nearby tubing. The Yamaha hard case is included, along with a mouthpiece, valve oil, and polish cloth.
Who the YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Is For
The YFH-8315IIG is suited to advanced students, professional trumpet players, doublers, and ensemble musicians who need a dedicated flugelhorn sound with reliable response and intonation. Its gold brass bell supports a darker, more blended tonal concept than many yellow brass flugelhorns, making it especially useful for lyrical jazz work, commercial doubling, brass choir playing, and passages where a rounder color is needed without sacrificing clarity.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YFH-8315IIG
How does the gold brass bell shape the playing concept?
Gold brass is commonly chosen for a warmer, broader tonal color than yellow brass. On a flugelhorn, that can support a covered, vocal quality while retaining enough focus for ensemble use.
Where does the YFH-8315IIG fit within Yamaha’s flugelhorn line?
The YFH-8315IIG belongs to Yamaha’s Custom Series professional flugelhorn lineup. It is intended for players who need a refined, performance-level instrument rather than a student or casual doubling model.
What should trumpet players expect when moving to this flugelhorn?
A flugelhorn rewards a more expansive air concept and a less trumpet-like approach to articulation. The YFH-8315IIG is built to give trumpet players a secure, centered platform for that broader flugel sound.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series Professional Bb Flugelhorn in Lacquer SN 473947
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Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box/refurbished, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.