Yamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-32 is an established standard-level piccolo designed for students, school programs, and flute players adding piccolo to their doubling work. Its synthetic-body design emphasizes durability and consistency, making it a practical entry point into piccolo playing and a useful secondary instrument for established flutists.
Yamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Specifications
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Key: C
- Model: YPC-32
- Body Material: ABS resin
- Headjoint: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Keywork: Silver-plated nickel silver
- E Mechanism: Included
- Case: Yamaha fitted hard case
- Accessories: Cleaning rod and cork grease
- Serial Number: 161255
Condition & Setup
This used piccolo is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds; the model and serial identification were also checked during intake. Cosmetic wear includes scattered light scratches, scuffs, and handling marks on the black body, headjoint, and keywork. The headjoint cork shows discoloration and normal use, while the fitted hard case has light exterior scuffs and handling wear.
Who the YPC-32 Piccolo Is For
The YPC-32 is well suited to student and advancing flute players who need a dependable piccolo for concert band, marching band, teaching, and doubling. Its ABS resin body is practical for frequent transport and changing rehearsal environments, while the metal headjoint provides a familiar transition for flutists. Players specifically seeking the tonal character and feel of grenadilla may prefer one of Yamaha's professional wood-body models.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-32
What are the advantages of the ABS resin body?
ABS resin is durable and less sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity than grenadilla. This makes the YPC-32 practical for school programs, outdoor performances, and players who regularly transport their instrument.
What does the E mechanism do?
The E mechanism supports a more secure response and stable production of upper-register E, an important consideration in piccolo technique and ensemble literature.
Where does the YPC-32 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?
The YPC-32 is Yamaha's standard synthetic-body piccolo. It prioritizes durability, accessible maintenance, and consistent operation, while Yamaha's professional and handcrafted models use grenadilla bodies and target more specialized tonal preferences.
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Yamaha YPC-32 Student Piccolo with ABS Resin Body
Yamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-32 is an established standard-level piccolo designed for students, school programs, and flute players adding piccolo to their doubling work. Its synthetic-body design emphasizes durability and consistency, making it a practical entry point into piccolo playing and a useful secondary instrument for established flutists.
Yamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Specifications
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Key: C
- Model: YPC-32
- Body Material: ABS resin
- Headjoint: Silver-plated nickel silver
- Keywork: Silver-plated nickel silver
- E Mechanism: Included
- Case: Yamaha fitted hard case
- Accessories: Cleaning rod and cork grease
- Serial Number: 161255
Condition & Setup
This used piccolo is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds; the model and serial identification were also checked during intake. Cosmetic wear includes scattered light scratches, scuffs, and handling marks on the black body, headjoint, and keywork. The headjoint cork shows discoloration and normal use, while the fitted hard case has light exterior scuffs and handling wear.
Who the YPC-32 Piccolo Is For
The YPC-32 is well suited to student and advancing flute players who need a dependable piccolo for concert band, marching band, teaching, and doubling. Its ABS resin body is practical for frequent transport and changing rehearsal environments, while the metal headjoint provides a familiar transition for flutists. Players specifically seeking the tonal character and feel of grenadilla may prefer one of Yamaha's professional wood-body models.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-32
What are the advantages of the ABS resin body?
ABS resin is durable and less sensitive to changes in temperature and humidity than grenadilla. This makes the YPC-32 practical for school programs, outdoor performances, and players who regularly transport their instrument.
What does the E mechanism do?
The E mechanism supports a more secure response and stable production of upper-register E, an important consideration in piccolo technique and ensemble literature.
Where does the YPC-32 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?
The YPC-32 is Yamaha's standard synthetic-body piccolo. It prioritizes durability, accessible maintenance, and consistent operation, while Yamaha's professional and handcrafted models use grenadilla bodies and target more specialized tonal preferences.
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 YPC-32 Student Piccolo with ABS Resin Body
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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.