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Traditional Flugelhorn Sound, Modern Performance





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Inspired by the legendary Bobby Shew, the Yamaha YFH-8310ZII combines the rich tonal character of traditional flugels with modern playability and rock-solid intonation. The YFH-8310ZII's 1-piece, 6-inch, yellow brass bell projects a brilliant, complex sound. What's more, this cutting-edge horn includes a connection tube between the leadpipe and the valve casing to optimize air resistance for natural, expressive sonic coloration. The YFH-8310ZII's upper register feels effortless. In fact, it slots so well that you'll forget you're playing a flugelhorn. You also get vertical, corrosion-resistant monel alloy valves. You'll appreciate how easy it is to fine-tune the YFH-8310ZII's blowing resistance, in addition to how its clear lacquer finish lends an exquisite warm sheen to every note you play. Beyond that, the YFH-8310ZII's third valve slide trigger accommodates a wide range of hand sizes. If you're searching for a pro-level Yamaha flugelhorn, the YFH-8310ZII is a top contender.





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Tailor-made for discriminating players





Serious flugel players searching for a versatile horn will find much to appreciate in the YFH-8310ZII. This medium-weight flugelhorn boasts a connection tube between the leadpipe and the valve casing, thereby optimizing air resistance to let you color your sound any way you want. Beyond that, its 0.413-inch bore creates an ear-grabbing sound that's impossible to ignore. The YFH-8310ZII's rugged monel alloy valves yield smooth, quick action and excellent resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks.





Stellar yellow brass construction with advanced playability





Constructed from yellow brass, the Yamaha YFH-8310ZII's 1-piece, 6-inch bell contributes greatly to its agile response and bright, complex sound. The YFH-8310ZII features a clear lacquer finish, which produces a delicate, warm quality. Musicians at Sweetwater have also found that this flugelhorn's clear-lacquered finish gives it a gleaming, polished look.





Yamaha Custom Z Series brass and woodwinds





Yamaha is committed to supporting you at every step of your musical journey. Born out of their long and close partnership with the legendary Bobby Shew, this Custom Z Series horn is based on the concept of a super-efficient instrument that can tackle in-your-face solos and soft ensemble playing with equal aplomb.





Yamaha YFH-8310ZII Flugelhorn Features:


Pro-level Bb flugelhorn inspired by the legendary Bobby Shew


Revolutionary Malone Pipe design features a tapered section between the leadpipe and valve casing for improved stability in the high register


0.413-inch bore creates an expressive, ear-grabbing sound that's impossible to ignore


Vertical monel alloy valves yield smooth action and resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks


1-piece, 6-inch yellow brass bell exhibits an agile response and a bright, complex sound


Clear lacquer finish lends an exquisite warm sheen to every note you play


New barrel-shaped leadpipe screw offers a free-blowing feel and better tonal definition


Comes equipped with case and mouthpiece