Yamaha YOB-841 Oboe Overview
The Yamaha YOB-841 Custom Oboe is a professional Yamaha oboe built around a Conservatoire system and American bore concept, placing it in the company’s Custom double-reed lineup for advanced orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and studio players. Its grenadilla body and silver-plated nickel silver keywork reflect the materials and design approach expected from Yamaha’s professional oboe family.
Yamaha YOB-841 Oboe Specifications
- Instrument Type: Oboe
- Key: C
- Model: YOB-841 Custom
- Playing Level: Professional
- System: Conservatoire
- Bore Style: American
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Key Material: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Serial Number: 011202
Condition & Setup
This used instrument has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop. It is being offered as a pre-owned Yamaha Custom oboe for players who want a professionally prepared instrument from Yamaha’s professional double-reed lineup.
Who the YOB-841 Oboe Is For
The YOB-841 is suited to serious oboists who prefer Yamaha’s American-bore professional design and the consistency associated with Yamaha Custom instruments. It is particularly relevant for players working in orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, teaching, and studio settings who evaluate an oboe by response across registers, pitch stability, key feel, and the way the instrument supports reed and tonal choices.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YOB-841
How does the YOB-841 fit within Yamaha’s oboe lineup?
The YOB-841 is part of Yamaha’s professional oboe family. Its Conservatoire system, American bore style, grenadilla body, and silver-plated nickel silver keys position it above Yamaha’s student and intermediate oboes.
What does the American bore style mean for this model?
Yamaha identifies the YOB-841 with an American bore style. For advanced players, that makes it a relevant choice when evaluating response, resistance, tonal focus, and orchestral compatibility within Yamaha’s professional oboe designs.
What should an advanced player evaluate when trying the YOB-841?
An advanced player should evaluate reed response, pitch stability through the full range, register transitions, left-hand F and forked-F response, articulation clarity, and the feel of the keywork under performance conditions.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YOB-841 Custom Professional Oboe in Grenadilla
Yamaha YOB-841 Oboe Overview
The Yamaha YOB-841 Custom Oboe is a professional Yamaha oboe built around a Conservatoire system and American bore concept, placing it in the company’s Custom double-reed lineup for advanced orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and studio players. Its grenadilla body and silver-plated nickel silver keywork reflect the materials and design approach expected from Yamaha’s professional oboe family.
Yamaha YOB-841 Oboe Specifications
- Instrument Type: Oboe
- Key: C
- Model: YOB-841 Custom
- Playing Level: Professional
- System: Conservatoire
- Bore Style: American
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Key Material: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Serial Number: 011202
Condition & Setup
This used instrument has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop. It is being offered as a pre-owned Yamaha Custom oboe for players who want a professionally prepared instrument from Yamaha’s professional double-reed lineup.
Who the YOB-841 Oboe Is For
The YOB-841 is suited to serious oboists who prefer Yamaha’s American-bore professional design and the consistency associated with Yamaha Custom instruments. It is particularly relevant for players working in orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, teaching, and studio settings who evaluate an oboe by response across registers, pitch stability, key feel, and the way the instrument supports reed and tonal choices.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YOB-841
How does the YOB-841 fit within Yamaha’s oboe lineup?
The YOB-841 is part of Yamaha’s professional oboe family. Its Conservatoire system, American bore style, grenadilla body, and silver-plated nickel silver keys position it above Yamaha’s student and intermediate oboes.
What does the American bore style mean for this model?
Yamaha identifies the YOB-841 with an American bore style. For advanced players, that makes it a relevant choice when evaluating response, resistance, tonal focus, and orchestral compatibility within Yamaha’s professional oboe designs.
What should an advanced player evaluate when trying the YOB-841?
An advanced player should evaluate reed response, pitch stability through the full range, register transitions, left-hand F and forked-F response, articulation clarity, and the feel of the keywork under performance conditions.
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 YOB-841 Custom Professional Oboe in Grenadilla
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
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.