{"product_id":"yamaha-yfl-481-intermediate-concert-flute-in-solid-silver-sn-200368p","title":"Yamaha YFL-481 Intermediate Concert Flute in Solid Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha 400 Series Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha 481 is an intermediate concert flute from Yamaha's 400-series family, a line aimed at advancing players who need a more responsive instrument than a standard student flute. Yamaha flutes are widely used in schools, studios, and ensemble programs because of their dependable scale, consistent mechanism, and practical serviceability. This Yamaha 481 is a pre-owned instrument with SILVER 925 markings, a Yamaha hard case, open-hole plugs, and a cleaning rod included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-481 Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 481\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeries: Yamaha 400 Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling silver headjoint, body, and footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Style: Open hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open-hole plugs and cleaning rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 200368P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis used Yamaha 481 is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Service notes include new pads, corks, felts, and polishing. Cosmetically, the flute presents cleanly with light surface scratching and normal handling marks on the silver-colored exterior. The instrument includes its Yamaha hard case, open-hole plugs, and cleaning rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 481 Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha 481 is well suited to an advancing student, adult player, or serious doubler who wants the response and tonal flexibility of an intermediate open-hole flute without moving into a handmade professional instrument. Its Yamaha design concept favors even response, secure intonation, and a centered sound that works well for concert band, lessons, chamber music, and ensemble playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha 481\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Yamaha 481 fit within Yamaha's flute lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha 481 fits within Yamaha's intermediate 400-series flute family. It is designed for players who have outgrown a basic student instrument and want a more refined response, tone, and mechanism for serious study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the open-hole design offer an advancing flutist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-hole keywork gives the player more direct contact with the keys and encourages precise hand position. Many advancing flutists choose this design because it supports standard intermediate and advanced flute study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Yamaha 481 a practical choice for ensemble playing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Yamaha intermediate flutes are respected for consistency, secure scale, and dependable mechanical design, making the 481 a practical choice for concert band, lessons, chamber settings, and regular ensemble use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; 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":"David Didaskalou - West Michigan Band Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53546640245101,"sku":"YF-200368P","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7117309.jpg?v=1783960870","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yfl-481-intermediate-concert-flute-in-solid-silver-sn-200368p","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}