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Best Yamaha Perinet Flugelhorns 2025

Premium Yamaha perinet flugelhorns - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $500 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Jazz For Brass Band For Solo Work For Commercial Music For Studio Recording For Popular Music
BRANDS: Adams Thomann Yamaha B&S
Yamaha YFH-631 GS Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Yamaha YFH-631 GS Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Brass Band Solo Work Popular Music
Key Feature:
• Piston valve familiarity
✓ PROS
  • • Studio standard
  • • Warm, mellow tone
✗ CONS
  • • Requires different embouchure
  • • Professional level recommended

Yamaha YFH-631 GSlFugelhornMS-bore (11mm)151.8 mm BellTrigger on 3rd valveGold brass bellSilver platedIncl. case and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 163281
$2,748
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-631 G Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Yamaha YFH-631 G Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Commercial Music Studio Recording Brass Band
Key Feature:
• Piston valve familiarity
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile performance
  • • Piston valve familiarity
✗ CONS
  • • Professional level recommended
  • • Specialty instrument

  • Yamaha YFH-631 G
  • Flugelhorn
  • MS-bore (11mm)
  • Trigger on 3rd valve
  • Gold brass bell
  • Lacquered
  • Incl. case and mouthpiece

⭐ 4.8/5 (9 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 154308
$2,638
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8310 Z 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Yamaha YFH-8310 Z 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Solo Work Brass Band Commercial Music
Key Feature:
• Warm, mellow tone
✓ PROS
  • • Excellent for jazz
  • • Warm, mellow tone
✗ CONS
  • • Requires different embouchure
  • • Specialty instrument

Yamaha YFH-8310 Z 02 FlugelhornFlugelhornBobby Shew ModelFurther development of the YFH-8310 Z with newly developed...

⭐ 4.6/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 250725
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8310 ZG 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZG 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Solo Work Commercial Music Studio Recording
Key Feature:
• Versatile performance
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile performance
  • • Piston valve familiarity
✗ CONS
  • • Requires different embouchure
  • • Professional level recommended

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZG 02 FlugelhornFlugelhornBobby Shew modelFurther development of the YFH-8310 ZG with newly developed...

⭐ 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 250728
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8315 GS 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Yamaha YFH-8315 GS 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Jazz Solo Work Popular Music
Key Feature:
• Excellent for jazz
✓ PROS
  • • Studio standard
  • • Versatile performance
✗ CONS
  • • Specialty instrument
  • • Requires different embouchure

Yamaha YFH-8315 GSFlugelhornFurther development of the YFH-8315 GS with newly developed detailssuch as the hollowed...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 250731
$3,518
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8310 ZGS 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZGS 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Commercial Music Brass Band Solo Work
Key Feature:
• Versatile performance
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile performance
  • • Studio standard
✗ CONS
  • • Specialty instrument
  • • Professional level recommended

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZGS 02 FlugelhornFlugelhornBobby Shew modelFurther development of the YFH-8310 ZGS with newly developed...

⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 250729
$3,518
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8310 ZS 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZS 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Brass Band Jazz Commercial Music
Key Feature:
• Studio standard
✓ PROS
  • • Studio standard
  • • Warm, mellow tone
✗ CONS
  • • Intonation challenges
  • • Requires different embouchure

Yamaha YFH-8310 ZS 02 Flugelhorn, FlugelhornThe further development of the legendary YFH-6310 Z with some absolutely...

⭐ 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 250727
$3,518
Buy at Thomann View Details
Yamaha YFH-8315 G 02 Flugelhorn - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Yamaha YFH-8315 G 02 Flugelhorn

by Yamaha
Brass Band Popular Music Commercial Music
Key Feature:
• Piston valve familiarity
✓ PROS
  • • Warm, mellow tone
  • • Versatile performance
✗ CONS
  • • Specialty instrument
  • • Requires different embouchure

Yamaha YFH-8315 G, FlugelhornA Flugelhorn with a soft and present sound developed in collaboration with Wayne Bergeron...

⭐ 5.0/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 250730
$3,464
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Perinet Flugelhorns

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced perinet flugelhorns typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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