The Yamaha YFL‑617H is a professional-level flute from Yamaha’s 600 Series, meticulously crafted to bring features and tonal refinement inspired by Yamaha’s handmade flutes to serious players. Its design blends the brightness of nickel silver with the warm character of sterling silver, offering a rich, nuanced tone with broad dynamic expressiveness. Each instrument is hand-adjusted and play-tested by skilled artisans to ensure fast response, precise intonation, and a natural playing feel—making it both accessible to advancing students and versatile for seasoned performers.
Specifications
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Headjoint: Type AM (sterling silver) — based on the handmade 800/900 series designs, providing smooth response and tonal balance Body & Footjoint: Silver-plated (nickel silver), combining brightness and projection with clarity
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Keys: Covered (plateau) keys for reliable sealing and ease of play; Offset G system for ergonomic comfort.
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Mechanisms & Features: Split E mechanism, traditional pointed key arms for detailing and precision, and sound-annealed heavier-walled tube (approx. 0.43 mm) for enhanced resonance and balanced tone.
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Pads: Straubinger Phoenix pads, known for their fast response, wide dynamic range, and environmental tolerance
