Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series Professional Bb Flugelhorn in Clear Lacquer SN 474401

Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Overview

The Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Custom Series Bb flugelhorn is a professional model built for players who want a centered, lyrical flugelhorn voice with the consistency Yamaha's Custom line is known for. With its gold brass bell, 3rd valve slide trigger, and clear lacquer finish, this particular instrument offers the warm color and practical intonation control that serious jazz, commercial, brass band, and ensemble players often look for in a dedicated flugelhorn.

Yamaha YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Specifications

• Instrument Type: Bb flugelhorn
• Model: YFH-8315IIG Custom Series
• Finish: Original clear lacquer
• Bell Material: Gold brass
• Bore Size: S bore, 10.5 mm / 0.413 in
• Bell Diameter: 151.8 mm / 6 in
• Case: Yamaha hard case with shoulder strap
• Accessories: Mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth
• Serial Number: 474401

Condition & Setup

This floor model Yamaha Custom Series flugelhorn is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The original lacquer presents well overall, with minor handling marks, fine surface scratches, light scuffs, and small specks visible on close inspection around the bell, valve casings, tubing, and slide areas. The Yamaha hard case, mouthpiece, valve oil, polish cloth, and shoulder strap are included.

Who the YFH-8315IIG Flugelhorn Is For

The YFH-8315IIG is intended for advanced and professional players who need a dependable flugelhorn for expressive melodic work, section playing, commercial settings, and doubling alongside trumpet. Its tonal concept favors a warm, rounded core with enough focus to remain usable in ensemble contexts, making it a strong choice for players who want a professional flugelhorn voice without moving into an overly broad or diffuse response.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YFH-8315IIG

How does the YFH-8315IIG fit within Yamaha's flugelhorn lineup?

The YFH-8315IIG is part of Yamaha's professional Custom Series, positioned for players who need refined response, stable construction, and a dedicated flugelhorn sound for serious performance use.

What does the 3rd valve slide trigger offer?

The 3rd valve slide trigger allows the player to adjust slide length while playing, which is especially useful for managing pitch on lower-register valve combinations common to brass instruments.

What sound concept is this model designed to support?

The YFH-8315IIG is built around a warm, rounded flugelhorn color. The gold brass bell helps support a broader, darker tonal character than a typical yellow brass trumpet sound.

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