Yamaha YFL-372ID

Essential Information About the Yamaha Series 300 Flute

• Headjoint and lip plate in 92.5% sterling silver: a warmer, more nuanced, and naturally "dark" sound.


• Careful adjustment and regulation: keys assembled, balanced, and play-tested for reliable daily response.


• Hand comfort: keywork designed for a natural positioning, ideal for progressing without tension.


• Complete equipment: case, cover, and cleaning rod included for easy transport and maintenance of the flute.

The Series 300: Yamaha's Commitment to Advancing Flutists

At Yamaha, consistent manufacturing and mechanical precision are hallmarks of the brand. The Series 300 serves as a true bridge between student flutes and the more demanding world of advanced models: meticulous adjustments, fine tuning, and play-testing by experienced craftsmen. The choice of a solid silver headjoint in this range has a clear goal: to offer an expressive instrument capable of supporting the musician's development toward greater color, projection, and control.

For Which Flutist and Styles?

This Yamaha flute is primarily aimed at intermediate-level musicians, while retaining a good margin for advancement for advanced flutists seeking a responsive and stable instrument. It is perfectly suited for the classical repertoire (sound work, legato, dynamics), but also meets the needs of wind orchestra, ensemble, or popular music thanks to easy sound production and reassuring intonation. Its consistent behavior allows for more confident handling of technical passages, register changes, and articulation work.

Sound and Design

The Series 300 headjoint, made of 92.5% sterling silver, contributes to a warm and rich sound with excellent timbre shaping capabilities. Yamaha adds a double tapered bore and a specific inner cut core: the result is a quick response, smooth sound production, and a sensation of stability across all registers, especially appreciated when refining breath control.

Mechanically, the instrument features hollow keys and offset keywork, two choices known for comfort and accessibility. The ergonomically designed keys encourage a natural finger placement, while hand assembly and adjustment aim for a consistent touch and improved precision. The elongated and rolled tone holes contribute to a sound described as broad and bright, useful for projecting within a section and gaining presence without effort.

Finally, the screw lock system helps maintain tuning stability over time while facilitating access for precise adjustments: a subtle but valuable detail for a flute intended for regular use.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The flute comes with a case, a cover, and a cleaning rod: everything needed for transport and basic maintenance from the first use. To be absolutely sure of compatibility (case dimensions, headjoint accessories, etc.), it is recommended to choose consumables and accessories specifically listed for your exact Series 300 model reference.

Technical specifications

Tone	C	Head	14k Gold plating
Inline keywork	No	Foot	B
Hole	Ringkey	Color	Grey
Body material	German silver plated	Finishing	Silver

Key	C	Keywork	offset
Body	silver-plated nickel silver	Mechanisms	silver-plated nickel silver
Footjoint	C	Adjustment screws	unique screw lock system (anti-loosening) with easy access
Footjoint material	silver-plated nickel silver	Case	included
Tone holes	elongated and rolled to provide a broad and bright sound	Cover	included
Headjoint and lip plate	sterling silver	Cleaning rod	included
Keys	hollow