{"product_id":"yamaha-yfl-897hstcdr-custom-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-296","title":"Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Custom Concert Flute in Sterling Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Custom Concert Flute sits within Yamaha's Handmade 800-series professional flute family, a sterling-silver platform made for flutists who need a refined scale, consistent mechanism, and a flexible tonal palette in orchestral, chamber, and solo settings. Yamaha's Handmade 800-series YFL-897 configuration is associated with French-style open-hole keys, an inline key system, E mechanism, sterling-silver headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys, white-gold springs, and Straubinger pads. This instrument is marked Yamaha, Made in Japan, Type A, and Silver 925, and the HSTCDR configuration includes a B footjoint with gizmo key and a D# roller for smoother right-hand little-finger movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Custom concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: YFL-897HSTCDR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Yamaha Type A headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey System: French-style open-hole keys, inline G, E mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootjoint\/Mechanism: B footjoint with gizmo key and D# roller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials\/Finish: Sterling silver headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys; Silver 925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha hard case with cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open-hole plugs, polishing cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 296\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a demo model Yamaha custom concert flute in very clean cosmetic condition, with light hairline scratches and surface scuffs consistent with careful prior use. We have professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested this instrument; it is in superb playing condition. The keywork is intact, the main flute sections are present with no dents or dings are visible. The Yamaha hard case is included and shows light cosmetic wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YFL-897HSTCDR is intended for advanced and professional flutists who want Yamaha's handmade silver flute response, precise mechanism, and dependable intonation in a configuration suited to serious classical playing. Its sterling-silver construction, Type A headjoint concept, B footjoint, and D# roller make it a strong fit for conservatory study, orchestral work, chamber music, and solo repertoire where tonal color, dynamic range, ergonomic facility, and clean articulation matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YFL-897H fit within Yamaha's handmade flute lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YFL-897H belongs to Yamaha's Handmade 800 series, which uses sterling silver for the headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys. It sits below Yamaha's gold 900-series handmade flutes while retaining a professional handmade build concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Yamaha's Type A headjoint concept offer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha describes the Type A headjoint as designed for an easy yet colorful sound with a wide dynamic range. That makes it a versatile choice for players who need tonal flexibility without giving up response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the D# roller add for the player?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D# roller is an ergonomic keywork feature that helps the right-hand little finger move more smoothly across the footjoint keys, which can be useful in technical passages involving D# and Eb finger motion.\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":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53528876417389,"sku":"YFL897HSTCDR-CR296","price":11999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7116310.jpg?v=1783545972","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yfl-897hstcdr-custom-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-296","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}