Flute Yamaha
Flute Yamaha
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 Very Nice Yamaha YFL 221 Flute Outfit Freshly Repadded  US $325.00
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 Yamaha YFL 221 Silver Plated Standard Level Flute in Case No Reserve US $100.00
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 Yamaha YFL 24S Flute Silver Plate In Case US $53.00
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 VINTAGE YAMAHA YLL 225N FLUTE W CASE BOTH MINT US $249.00
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 Vintage Yamaha YFL 225S Flute US $26.00
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 Yamaha Tenor Recorder Song Flute Key of C US $99.99
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 Yamaha Flute 381 with Silverhead 925 mouthpiece in great condition US $605.00
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 Yamaha YFL225N Flute w HARD CASE US $52.00
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 Stopper Plug for SankyoPowellYamahaHaynesany flute US $35.00
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 Yamaha 225SII Flute Clean Shop Serviced Ready To Play No Surprises Here US $82.00
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 Yamaha Flute 225SII US $225.00
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 Yamaha 281 Open Hole flute VERY CLEAN US $113.50
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 Yamaha Model 221 Student Flute US $100.00
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 YAMAHA FLUTE US $200.00
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 Yamaha 285SII Open Hole flute 285Sll 285S II 285 S US $61.00
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 Yamaha YFL 281 flute US $290.00
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 Yamaha Performance Folio Flute US $.99
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 Fine Used Yamaha Silver Flute Model YFL 385H 385II 925 sterling head year 2000 US $649.00
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 Yamaha Student Flute US $28.00
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 Yamaha 684 Sterling Silver Flute Pro Professional B Foot EC Head w Case US $1,794.95
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 Yamaha Flute Piccolo Maintenance Kit YAC 1030 cleaning kit all in one US $10.00
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 BRAND NEW YAMAHA YFL 221 FLUTE FACTORY SEALED IN ORIGINAL BOX US $489.00
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 Yamaha 225SII Flute w case US $179.99
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 Yamaha 285s II Flute Open Hole US $129.50
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 YAMAHA 225 SII Flute w Case Shines US $49.99
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 2 YAMAHA 225SII FLUTE PARTS NR US $49.95
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 Yamaha YFL225S Flute w Case | No Reserve US $99.00
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 YAMAHA 225SII FLUTE WITH CASE GOOD CONDITION US $75.00
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 Yamaha 261 Standard Open Hole Flute OrigCase US $299.95
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 Yamaha YFL 461H Solid Silver Flute Offset G B Foot WOW US $1,100.00
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 Yamaha YFL 481H Solid Silver Flute Open Holes VERY NICE US $900.00
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 YAMAHA FLUTE WITH CASE US $9.99
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 C FLUTE 16 hole closed Nickel split E W YAMAHA CARE KIT US $159.95
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 Yamaha YFL 24S Flute Silver Plate In Case with Book US $10.50
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 Yamaha 225N Flute US $.01
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 YAMAHA Thai Flute Isan Laos Music Instrument Professional Beautiful Great Sound US $13.00
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 Yamaha beginner flute US $3.99
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 Very Nice Yamaha YFL 221 Flute Outfit Fresh Repad New Case US $355.00
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Buying an intermediate / step up flute. Advice from The Balanced Scale
Buying a flute, advice from The Balanced Scale
Step Up / Intermediate Flute
Your biggest consideration in the purchase of a new/used flute is your budget. One might expect to spend between $1500.00 and $5000.00 for a step up / intermediate flute. While there are some cost savings associated with buying a used flute, there is also a certain amount of risk involved. A used flute will most likely need to be adjusted and balanced for your personal touch.
Some brand names to look for
Generally brand name instruments are your best choice: Altus 1007, Yamaha 500, Pearl Quantz, Sankyo, Muramatsu EX, GX and AD, Powell Signature, and Miyazawa 401 to name a few.
Features of a Step Up/Intermediate Flute:
Body tube
The body tube may be made of brass with silver plating, nickel silver or varying grades of silver. You also have the option of choosing the “wall” thickness of the body tube. The different materials and construction provide different tonal characteristics.
Toneholes
Toneholes may be "drawn" and "rolled" from the body tube, or they can be soldered on. There is much debate as to the difference in sound between the two.
Keys
“Y” keys and pointed, or French keys, are available as options on some step up flutes. “Y” keys connect to the key mechanism or arm at the rear of the key cup, focusing finger pressure on the back of the pad.
The pointed or French arms connect to the key mechanism at the center of the key cup, focusing the finger pressure directly on the center of the pad. Other key features may include split E mechanism, inline/offset G, and “Gizmo” key for low B.
The key on the left is pointed (french),abd the key on the right is a Y key; notice where they connect to the cup.
Key regulation
Regulation of the key mechanism on entry/student/intermediate model flutes is accomplished through the use of adjustment screws. Some screws are visible from the front view and others are set behind the keys.
Some stepup/intermediate flutes have Plateau (closed) style keys, however, the French (open) keys are used by the majority of professional players because they force proper technique and the open holes make it easier to produce tonal nuances.
Case
Finally, a sturdy case that fits the contour of the flute is essential to ensure that your new companion remains safe and snug. Always store your swab and wiping cloth in an external “case cover”. This will ensure extra lint and moisture will not accumulate in and on your flute. Case covers are often padded for that “extra” level of security just in “case”.
I hope this was helpfull, if you have any questions, comments, queries or would like to suggest something please contribute below.
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Continuing Education - Student for Life In 2004-2006, I attended and completed the practical portion of a highly specialized program focusing on brass and woodwind repair at Keyano College. The Music Instrument Repair Program (M.I.R.) is the only one of its kind in Canada. The Program offers students a comprehensive foundation of repair theory coupled with practical application followed up with industry feedback and guidance. During my time at Keyano, I developed a deep interest in flute repair. In 2007, this interest took me to Straubinger Flutes in Indianapolis, Indiana where I received specialized training and certification for the installation and servicing of Straubinger pads. Part of a Larger Organization N.A.P.B.I.R.T. (National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians), of which I have been a member since 2004, is an international professional association comprised of musical instrument repair technicians from all over the world. A network of colleagues, mentors and friends, the Association encourages the continuing growth of the industry’s knowledge base through its newsletter, yearly conferences, and workshops.
Should I get a Pearl 525 flute or a Yamaha flute of similiar quality?
I have looked at the Pearl 525 and it looks like the flute that i would like to buy. But I am not sure whether a Yamaha or a Pearl intermediate flute is better. I am looking for an open holed flute. If you have any other brands, please offer your opinion.
Yamaha is more known for their intermidiate flutes and such good quality they are. I personally dont play Yamaha flutes, but only because I have an appreciation of Muraatsu and Powell, but I can tell you that Yamaha is much better quality for the price and last a long time. Pearl doesn't make as fine quality flutes in my opinion. I wouldn't take another person's opinion when it comes to sound-play each flute yourself and observe the tone. Make sure its a sound you adore. 
All flutes produce a different spound whether it be brighter, warmer, more high pitched, louder, ect. Good luck!
