Yamaha YPC-87R Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade C piccolo built with a grenadilla wood body, a grenadilla Wavecut headjoint, and sterling silver keys with silver plating. Designed for advanced and professional players, it offers secure intonation, a focused brilliant tone, and the projection needed for orchestral, wind ensemble, and solo piccolo repertoire.
Yamaha YPC-87R Piccolo Specifications
- Key: C
- Body: Grenadilla
- Headjoint: Grenadilla Wavecut headjoint
- Keys: Sterling silver, silver-plated
- Finish: Grenadilla wood body with silver-plated keywork
- E Mechanism: Included
- Toneholes: Undercut
- Springs: White gold
- Pads: Straubinger™ piccolo pads
- Case: Original
- Accessories: Polish cloth, cleaning rod.
Condition & Setup
This Yamaha YPC-87R is a used instrument in superb condition, with very little playing time and no visible signs of use. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop to confirm proper mechanical function, pad seal, response, and intonation.
Who the YPC-87R Piccolo Is For
The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade grenadilla piccolo for advanced students, conservatory players, orchestral musicians, and professional woodwind players who need a refined C piccolo with reliable intonation and strong projection.
Its grenadilla construction and Wavecut headjoint support a focused, brilliant sound that carries clearly in exposed piccolo passages. The YPC-87R is especially well suited to demanding orchestral and wind ensemble repertoire where pitch stability, articulation clarity, and tonal presence are essential.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-87R
Is the Yamaha YPC-87R a professional piccolo?
Yes. The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade piccolo with a grenadilla body, grenadilla Wavecut headjoint, undercut toneholes, white gold springs, and Straubinger™ piccolo pads.
What is the tonal character of the Yamaha YPC-87R?
The YPC-87R has a focused and brilliant piccolo tone with strong projection. It is designed to be heard clearly in orchestral, wind ensemble, and solo settings.
Does this Yamaha YPC-87R include an E mechanism?
Yes. This Yamaha YPC-87R includes an E mechanism, which is intended to improve response and stability on high E.
Please feel free to email with any additional questions!
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Yamaha YPC-87R 'Wave Cut' Professional Grenadilla Piccolo
Yamaha YPC-87R Piccolo Overview
The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade C piccolo built with a grenadilla wood body, a grenadilla Wavecut headjoint, and sterling silver keys with silver plating. Designed for advanced and professional players, it offers secure intonation, a focused brilliant tone, and the projection needed for orchestral, wind ensemble, and solo piccolo repertoire.
Yamaha YPC-87R Piccolo Specifications
- Key: C
- Body: Grenadilla
- Headjoint: Grenadilla Wavecut headjoint
- Keys: Sterling silver, silver-plated
- Finish: Grenadilla wood body with silver-plated keywork
- E Mechanism: Included
- Toneholes: Undercut
- Springs: White gold
- Pads: Straubinger™ piccolo pads
- Case: Original
- Accessories: Polish cloth, cleaning rod.
Condition & Setup
This Yamaha YPC-87R is a used instrument in superb condition, with very little playing time and no visible signs of use. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested in our shop to confirm proper mechanical function, pad seal, response, and intonation.
Who the YPC-87R Piccolo Is For
The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade grenadilla piccolo for advanced students, conservatory players, orchestral musicians, and professional woodwind players who need a refined C piccolo with reliable intonation and strong projection.
Its grenadilla construction and Wavecut headjoint support a focused, brilliant sound that carries clearly in exposed piccolo passages. The YPC-87R is especially well suited to demanding orchestral and wind ensemble repertoire where pitch stability, articulation clarity, and tonal presence are essential.
Common Questions About the Yamaha YPC-87R
Is the Yamaha YPC-87R a professional piccolo?
Yes. The Yamaha YPC-87R is a professional handmade piccolo with a grenadilla body, grenadilla Wavecut headjoint, undercut toneholes, white gold springs, and Straubinger™ piccolo pads.
What is the tonal character of the Yamaha YPC-87R?
The YPC-87R has a focused and brilliant piccolo tone with strong projection. It is designed to be heard clearly in orchestral, wind ensemble, and solo settings.
Does this Yamaha YPC-87R include an E mechanism?
Yes. This Yamaha YPC-87R includes an E mechanism, which is intended to improve response and stability on high E.
Please feel free to email with any additional questions!
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-87R 'Wave Cut' Professional Grenadilla Piccolo
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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, 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.