Yamaha YFL-472ID
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The Series 400: Yamaha's Spirit Between Artisan Tradition and Modern Demands
Within Yamaha's range, the Series 400 stands out for its approach very close to high-end instruments: manual adjustments, real playing condition testing, and selection of noble materials. Using the same sterling silver (92.5%) for the headjoint, body, and footjoint as some professional models places this flute in a category particularly appreciated by flutists seeking a genuine qualitative leap without immediately moving to a fully "pro" model.
For Which Flutists and Styles?
This Yamaha flute is designed to meet the expectations of intermediate musicians and advanced flutists, while remaining refined enough to support demanding contexts (wind orchestra, conservatory, chamber music). Its agile and consistent response across all registers makes it an excellent choice for classical music, but also for pop, stage music, and ensembles where intonation stability and projection are essential.
Sound and Design
Thanks to its construction in sterling silver (headjoint, body, footjoint), the Series 400 delivers a rich and warm tone, with stronger projection and a wider dynamic palette. The double-tapered bore and the specific internal cut of the core contribute to an excellent response : note attacks are clearer, sound production is more natural, and the homogeneity between low, middle, and high registers remains very consistent. The drawn and rolled tone holes contribute to a broader and brighter sound while supporting precision and sound stability.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To preserve the mechanism and tuning over the long term, a dedicated flute cleaning rod and a microfiber cleaning cloth are daily essentials. The included case + cover format already facilitates transport; a simple maintenance routine after each session (drying the body and headjoint) helps maintain consistent response and keeps pads in good condition.
Technical specifications
| Tone | C | Head | 14k Gold plating |
| Inline keywork | No | Foot | B |
| Hole | Ringkey | Color | Grey |
| Body material | Sterling silver 925‰ | Finishing | Silver |
| Key | C | G# key | included |
| Headjoint, body, footjoint | sterling silver | Case | included |
| Tone holes | drawn and rolled to provide a broad and bright sound | Cover | included |
| Footjoint | C | Cleaning rod | included |
| Keys | open-hole | Cloth | included |
| Keywork | offset | ||
Questions frequently asked
Yamaha YFL472: solid silver throughout the flute?
The headjoint, body, and C footjoint are made of 925‰ solid silver. The finish is silver-plated.
Is the keywork on the YFL472 offset?
The keywork is offset, with open-hole keys and a split E mechanism included.
What level of flutist is this Yamaha flute suitable for?
This flute is designed for intermediate to advanced players. It is suitable for conservatory study, wind orchestra, and chamber music. The double-tapered bore promotes consistent response across registers.
YFL472 with C footjoint or B footjoint?
The footjoint is in C and the instrument is pitched in C. The rolled and drawn tone holes contribute to a broad and bright sound.
What accessories are included with the Yamaha YFL472?
Included are a case, a cover, a cleaning rod with swab, and a polishing cloth.
