{"product_id":"yamaha-yfl-897hstct-custom-professional-concert-flute-sn-e218","title":"Yamaha YFL-897HSTCT Custom Professional Concert Flute","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-897HSTCT Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yamaha YFL-897HSTCT Custom Concert Flute sits within Yamaha's Custom flute family, a line respected by advanced flutists for precise mechanism work, consistent scale, and a refined, centered tonal concept. This professional C flute is configured for serious concert work and includes a B footjoint, Split E mechanism, and C# trill key, features often valued by players who need secure response and flexible technical control in orchestral, chamber, solo, and studio settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YFL-897HSTCT 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: YFL-897HSTCT Custom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootjoint: B footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism: Split E mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: C# trill key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint Marking: Type A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling Silver headjoint, body, and footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Manufacture: Made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open hole plugs, polish cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: E218\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used flute is in excellent working order and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The flute has a clean, well-kept presentation with bright silver-colored surfaces, intact visible keywork, and a fitted Yamaha hard case. The included accessory checklist includes open hole plugs, a polish cloth, a cleaning rod, and a cleaning cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YFL-897HSTCT Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YFL-897HSTCT Custom Concert Flute is suited to advanced students, conservatory players, teachers, and professional flutists who want a responsive Yamaha concert flute with professional keywork options. The B footjoint extends the instrument's range, the Split E mechanism supports secure high E response, and the C# trill key gives advanced players additional facility for technical passages and alternate fingerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YFL-897HSTCT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this Yamaha Custom flute fit into a professional player's setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha Custom flutes are designed for players who need refined response, even scale, and a polished mechanism for demanding ensemble and solo work. This model is most appropriate for players beyond the beginner level who are choosing an instrument for long-term musical development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the B footjoint, Split E mechanism, and C# trill key important?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B footjoint extends the flute's range to low B, the Split E mechanism helps stabilize high E, and the C# trill key gives players additional technical options for trills, tremolos, and selected alternate fingerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do many players choose Yamaha for concert flute work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaha flutes are widely used because of their consistency, precise manufacturing, and dependable scale. For players who move between orchestra, wind ensemble, chamber music, and teaching, that consistency can be a practical advantage.\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":53546643915117,"sku":"YFL897HSTCT-CRE218","price":11999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7117329.jpg?v=1783961494","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-yfl-897hstct-custom-professional-concert-flute-sn-e218","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}