Yamaha flutes have developed over decades of cooperation between the world's top flutists and the Yamaha team of designers and artisans.  The musicians described to us the elusive qualities they had always been searching for in an instrument but never had been able to find.  We set out to create those qualities.  It took time, but we succeeded in developing instruments that could please the greatest artists.  Everything we learned in perfecting those instruments has been passed along into the design of all our flutes.  Even our standard line flute can ultimately trace its origin back to the experiences and insights of the finest players of this century.  That's what makes our flutes so special.  That's what makes them Yamaha.

We offer a complete range of piccolos, from top-of-the-line Handcrafted models to Professional and Standard models.  All feature a full sound that has opened up new tonal color possibilities.  Our Professional and Standard piccolos share many of the same characteristics as the Handcrafted Series.

The YPC32 is very popular with students as well as doublers due to its easy playability, accurate intonation and characteristic piccolo sound.  The body is made of sturdy, maintainace-free ABS resin for a sound similar to that of natural wood. 

We have recaptured the wide tonal spectrms and resonance that were the hallmarks of the treasured oboes of the past.  While re-discovering the beautiful sound of those cherished older instruments, we have used our high-tech design experitse to perfect the playability and to provide remarkably precise intonation.  And we have given these oboes a response so comfortable, so natural, that the instrument all but disappears in your hands.

The YCL250 incorporates all the lessons we've learned from crafting our high-end models.  Made of ABS resin, it is exceptionally durable, maintenance-free, and resistant to moisture.  And it features the revolutionary new'V Pads'.  These synthetic pads are extremely resistant to damage from moisture or oil, are easier to care for than traditional pads and provide long-lasting adjustments.

Yamaha's 275 series saxes offer a perfect introduction to the saxophone.  They are the entry level saxes preferred by teachers throughout the world.  They are also ideal for advanced players needing a doubling instrument.  Offering surprisingly high-quality features at a student model price, they boast durability, good tone, good tuning, easy playability and peerfect consistency.

Compared to the trumpet, the cornet features a greater proportion of conical tubing, which gives it a mellow, softer tone.  Yamaha examined all of the great cornets of the past and after much study we developed techniques for making a modern instrument with a beautiful traditional tone, but with improved response and accurate intonation.