Features
Multiple tapers
Tapers C, Y, F, and G are progressively more open
Multiple hole sizings
Cuts A, B, C, and S refer to the actual size and shape of the embouchure hole cuts.
Curved headjoints lessens reach for younger players
Curved headjoints for YFL-225S allows smaller students to play flute with less tension and stress in the arms.
Technology
Audio & Video
| Model Number | Cut | Taper | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| YAC YHJ-UCC | Curved flute headjoint; for YFL-225S | ||
| YAC YHJ-AC | A | C | |
| YAC YHJ-BC | B | C | |
| YAC YHJ-CC | C | C | |
| YAC YHJ-CG | C | G | |
| YAC YHJ-CY | C | Y | |
| YAC YHJ-CYH | C | Y | Hand cut |
| YAC YHJ-EC | E | C | |
| YAC YHJ-ECH | E | C | Hand cut |
| YAC YHJ-ECW | E | C | Grenadila Wood; fits Silver flutes |
| YAC YHJ-HC | H | C | |
| YAC YHJ-SC | S | C | |
| YAC YHJ-AFL | Straight; for Alto flutes | ||
| YAC YHJ-AFLU | Curved; for Alto flutes | ||
| YAC YHJ-K | K | C | Straight; for professional and custom flutes |
| CUT (Affects, Attack, Response & Timbre) | TAPER (Affects, Tonal Depth & Resistance) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A Cut | Emphasized curve on the front edge of the lip plate. Slightly squared hole and undercut. Excellent tonal balance, power, and high-range projection. | Y Taper | Original Yamaha French-style 2-stage taper. Excellent midrange and high-note projection. Warm timbre. Easy tonal control. |
| B Cut | Emphasized curve on the front edge of the lip plate. Slightly squared undercut. Rich tone with solid low end. | C Taper | French-style taper. Straight, free projection with consistent tone. |
| E Cut | High walls with a smaller undercut than the C Cut configuration. Rich tone with comfortable playing resistance. | F Taper | French-style taper. Warm, delicate tone. Relatively high resistance. |
| H Cut | Slightly less undercut than the C Cut design. Rapid response and free tonal control. | G Taper | German-style taper. Rich overall tone with solid midrange. Relatively high resistance. |
| C Cut | Large undercut for smooth breath flow. Ideal breath speed results in outstanding presence and solid lows. | ||
| S Cut | Less undercut than the C Cut type, and a slightly modified shape for greater comfort and playability. | ||
(Features and specifications subject to change without notice)
Flutes/Piccolos Owner's Manual [English / 913KB]
