{"product_id":"yamaha-ypc-81-custom-professional-piccolo-in-grenadilla-sn-177910","title":"Yamaha YPC-81 Custom Professional Piccolo in Grenadilla","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYamaha YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Piccolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying Level: Professional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint Material: Grenadilla, traditional headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Grenadilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE Mechanism: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Yamaha fitted hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cork grease, polishing cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 177910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the YPC-81 Custom Piccolo Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Yamaha YPC-81\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the YPC-81 fit within Yamaha's piccolo lineup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the E mechanism?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E mechanism is designed to support a more secure and stable response on high E, an important consideration in orchestral and advanced ensemble playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat playing character does grenadilla offer in a piccolo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrenadilla 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.\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":53932266357101,"sku":"YPC81-CR177910","price":3739.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7137010.jpg?v=1788991551","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/yamaha-ypc-81-custom-professional-piccolo-in-grenadilla-sn-177910","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}