The Yamaha YRS‑64 is a high-end soprano (descant) recorder made from premium rosewood, part of Yamaha’s 60-series line of professional wooden recorders. It is designed for serious musicians, solo performers, and ensemble players who require superior tone, precise intonation, and durable craftsmanship.
Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | YRS-64 |
| Yamaha Code | B65-YRS-64 |
| Key | C (Soprano/Descant) |
| Fingering System | Baroque (English) |
| Tone Holes | Double holes for C–C♯ and D–D♯ |
| Material | Hand-finished Rosewood (dense hardwood with warm tonal character) |
| Construction | 3-piece body: Headjoint, middle joint, and foot joint |
| Windway | Arched (conical) windway for increased breath resistance and control |
| Finish | Hand-rubbed oil finish |
| Tuning | A = 442 Hz standard pitch |
| Tone Character | Warm, rich, expressive with full projection and clear upper register |
| Level | Professional / Advanced |
