Yamaha YCR-8620S 02 Cornet

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Yamaha YCR-8620S 02 Cornet

Yamaha

YCR-8620S 02 Cornet

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Product Info

Article Number: 234525
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YCR-8620S 02 Cornet
Category: Eb Cornets
Price: $3,517.80

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Yamaha’s nailed it with the 8620S. It’s a beautifully crafted Eb cornet, perfect for serious students and professionals needing a reliable, warm, and responsive instrument. The collaboration with David King really shines through in the balanced tone and playability – a noticeable step up from entry-level models.

Product Description

Yamaha YCR-8620S, Eb Cornet

This new Eb cornet is also from the 8000 series and replaces the YCR-6610ST. Like the Bb Cornet, the Eb Cornet was developed together with David King. The new YCR-8620S has a warmer, more upbeat sound and a balanced response in all registers.

  • Neo series
  • Lightweight
  • Brass bell (diameter: 120 mm or 4-3/4 inches)
  • Bore: ML (11.30 mm or 0.445 inches)
  • Silver-plated
  • Mouthpiece: 6B4 (long)
PROS
  • • Warm, balanced tone excels in orchestral and band settings
  • • ML bore offers improved response compared to previous models
  • • Neo brass bell provides enhanced projection and resonance
  • • Silver plating resists tarnish, maintaining instrument's brilliance
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players
  • • ML bore might feel slightly slow for players accustomed to a more open design
  • • Cornet's inherently mellow timbre isn't ideal for all genres.

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Key Features

Bore Size 11.30 mm (0.445 in)
Bell Size 120 mm (4-3/4 in)
Material Yellow Brass (bell), Brass (body)
Finish Silver-plated
Mouthpiece 6B4 (long)
Weight Approximately 480 grams (1 lb 11 oz - estimated, not listed)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 8620S offers a noticeably warmer and more refined tone, with improved overall balance across the registers, addressing some criticisms of the 6610ST.
While manageable for a dedicated beginner, the ML bore's slightly narrower feel may be more rewarding for players with some existing cornet or horn experience.
The silver plating not only enhances the instrument's aesthetic appeal but also provides better corrosion resistance, which is beneficial for players who practice frequently or play in varied environments.

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