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Traditional Flugelhorn Sound, Modern Performance





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Inspired by the legendary Bobby Shew, the Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS combines the rich tonal character of traditional flugels with modern playability and rock-solid intonation. The YFH-8310ZIIS'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-8310ZIIS's upper register feels effortless. In fact, it slots so well that you'll forget you're playing a flugelhorn. You also get corrosion-resistant monel alloy valves. You'll appreciate how easy it is to fine-tune the YFH-8310ZIIS's blowing resistance, in addition to how its silver-plated brass body lends a brilliant sheen to every note you play. Beyond that, theYFH-8310ZIIS's third valve slide trigger accommodates a wide range of hand sizes. If you're searching for a pro-level Yamaha flugelhorn, the YFH-8310ZIIS is a top contender.





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Serious flugel players searching for a versatile horn will find much to appreciate in the YFH-8310ZIIS. 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-8310ZIIS's rugged monel alloy valves yield smooth, quick action and excellent resistance to impact damage, moisture, and air leaks.





Hand-hammered 1-piece bell





Constructed from yellow brass, the Yamaha YFH-8310ZIIS's 1-piece, 6-inch bell contributes greatly to its agile response and bright, complex sound. The YFH-8310ZIIS features a silver-plated brass body, which produces an ear-grabbing brilliant quality. At Sweetwater, we've also found that this flugelhorn's silver-plated 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-8310ZIIS Flugelhorn Features:


Pro-level Bb flugelhorn inspired by the legendary Bobby Shew


Includes a connection tube between the leadpipe and the valve casing to optimize air resistance


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


Rugged 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


Silver-plated finish lends a brilliant sheen to every note you play


Comes with a FHC-8310 case and a FH-Shew mouthpiece