Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-81 Custom is a handcrafted piccolo designed for advanced and professional players who need a focused wooden-piccolo voice in demanding ensemble settings. Its established place in Yamaha's handcrafted piccolo line makes it a strong consideration for orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and solo work.
Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Specifications
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Playing Level: Professional
- Headjoint Material: Grenadilla, traditional headjoint
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- E Mechanism: Included
- Case: Yamaha fitted hard case
- Accessories: Cork grease, polishing cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth
- Serial Number: 177910
Condition & Setup
This floor model piccolo is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla surfaces and silver-plated keywork are well preserved, the tenon cork is intact, and the fitted hard case shows minor handling wear and lint.
Who the YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Is For
The YPC-81 is suited to orchestral piccolo specialists, professional woodwind doublers, conservatory players, and advanced ensemble musicians who prefer the centered, blended tonal character associated with grenadilla piccolos. Its handcrafted position within Yamaha's lineup and E mechanism make it particularly relevant for players seeking a traditional wooden-piccolo concept with professional-level appointments.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-81
How does the YPC-81 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?
The YPC-81 belongs to Yamaha's handcrafted piccolo family. It uses a grenadilla headjoint and body, while the related YPC-81R uses Yamaha's wave-style headjoint.
What is the purpose of the E mechanism?
The E mechanism is designed to support a more secure and stable response on high E, an important consideration in orchestral and advanced ensemble playing.
What playing character does grenadilla offer in a piccolo?
Grenadilla piccolos are commonly chosen for a centered core, tonal depth, and the ability to blend within orchestral woodwind textures. Players seeking the immediate edge of a metal-headjoint design may prefer a different tonal concept.
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Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Professional Piccolo in Grenadilla
Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-81 Custom is a handcrafted piccolo designed for advanced and professional players who need a focused wooden-piccolo voice in demanding ensemble settings. Its established place in Yamaha's handcrafted piccolo line makes it a strong consideration for orchestral, wind ensemble, chamber, and solo work.
Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Specifications
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Playing Level: Professional
- Headjoint Material: Grenadilla, traditional headjoint
- Body Material: Grenadilla
- Keywork: Silver-plated
- E Mechanism: Included
- Case: Yamaha fitted hard case
- Accessories: Cork grease, polishing cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth
- Serial Number: 177910
Condition & Setup
This floor model piccolo is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. The grenadilla surfaces and silver-plated keywork are well preserved, the tenon cork is intact, and the fitted hard case shows minor handling wear and lint.
Who the YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Is For
The YPC-81 is suited to orchestral piccolo specialists, professional woodwind doublers, conservatory players, and advanced ensemble musicians who prefer the centered, blended tonal character associated with grenadilla piccolos. Its handcrafted position within Yamaha's lineup and E mechanism make it particularly relevant for players seeking a traditional wooden-piccolo concept with professional-level appointments.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-81
How does the YPC-81 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?
The YPC-81 belongs to Yamaha's handcrafted piccolo family. It uses a grenadilla headjoint and body, while the related YPC-81R uses Yamaha's wave-style headjoint.
What is the purpose of the E mechanism?
The E mechanism is designed to support a more secure and stable response on high E, an important consideration in orchestral and advanced ensemble playing.
What playing character does grenadilla offer in a piccolo?
Grenadilla piccolos are commonly chosen for a centered core, tonal depth, and the ability to blend within orchestral woodwind textures. Players seeking the immediate edge of a metal-headjoint design may prefer a different tonal concept.
We are proud to be an authorized Yamaha dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Professional Piccolo 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.