{"product_id":"yamaha-ypc-32-student-piccolo-with-abs-resin-body-sn-161255","title":"Yamaha YPC-32 Student Piccolo with ABS Resin Body","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YPC-32 Piccolo Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e     \u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Piccolo \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKey: C \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eModel: YPC-32 \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eBody Material: ABS resin \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Silver-plated nickel silver \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated nickel silver \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eE Mechanism: Included \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha fitted hard case \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cleaning rod and cork grease \u003c\/li\u003e     \u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 161255 \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YPC-32 Piccolo Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YPC-32\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the advantages of the ABS resin body?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eABS 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the E mechanism do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe E mechanism supports a more secure response and stable production of upper-register E, an important consideration in piccolo technique and ensemble literature.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the YPC-32 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/Yamahalogo0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto\" alt=\"Yamaha Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/Yamahalogo\/YamahalogoThumb0.jpg\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53859261120877,"sku":"YP-161255","price":764.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7135663.jpg?v=1788378744","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-ypc-32-student-piccolo-with-abs-resin-body-sn-161255","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}