{"product_id":"yamaha-yfl-462h-intermediate-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-263286","title":"Yamaha YFL-462H Intermediate Concert Flute in Sterling Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-462H Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YFL-462H is an established intermediate concert flute designed for advancing musicians who want to move into sterling silver construction while retaining the familiar response and ergonomics of Yamaha's step-up flute line. The 400 Series occupies a useful position between school instruments and Yamaha's professional flutes, making this particular instrument worth considering for serious study, ensemble performance, and continued musical development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-462H Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody and Footjoint: Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Open-hole silver-plated nickel silver keys with offset G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootjoint: B footjoint with gizmo key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Yamaha hard case with zippered Yamaha case cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open-hole plugs, cleaning rod, polishing gauze, polish cloth, and cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 263286\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor model flute is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The sterling silver tubing and keywork retain a bright polished presentation with minimal evidence of handling, and the visible mechanism and instrument sections are orderly and complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YFL-462H Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe YFL-462H is well suited to advancing students, college musicians, adult players, teachers, and doublers seeking the tonal depth and flexible color associated with sterling silver tubing. Its offset G layout supports a natural left-hand position, while the open-hole keywork and B footjoint provide the configuration commonly requested for advanced study, wind ensemble, chamber music, and orchestral development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YFL-462H\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YFL-462H differ from Yamaha's 300 Series flutes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe YFL-462H uses a sterling silver headjoint, body, and footjoint. Yamaha's 300 Series combines a sterling silver headjoint with a silver-plated nickel silver body and footjoint, placing the 462H a step higher in the intermediate lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the H designation indicate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor this Yamaha flute series, the H designation identifies the B footjoint configuration with a gizmo key. The B footjoint extends the instrument's range to low B.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of player benefits from open-hole keys and offset G?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen-hole keys support advanced fingering development and allow additional tonal techniques, while offset G positions the left-hand G keys for a comfortable ergonomic reach. The included plugs allow players to transition gradually to fully open-hole playing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" align=\"Middle\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\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":53921788363117,"sku":"YFL462H-CR263286","price":2039.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7136393.jpg?v=1788920705","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yfl-462h-intermediate-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-263286","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}