Yamaha YFL-222 Flute

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Yamaha YFL-222 Flute

Yamaha

YFL-222 Flute

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 387253
Brand: Yamaha
Model: YFL-222 Flute
Price: $657.80

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The Yamaha YFL-222 is a solid, dependable choice for beginning flute students or those needing a reliable secondary instrument. It offers a surprisingly good tone and comfortable ergonomics for its class, striking a good balance between playability and affordability. This flute’s build quality is impressive for its price range, making it an excellent starter instrument.

Product Description

  • Yamaha YFL-222
  • Concert Flute
  • School model
  • Closed keys
  • Pointed Arm design
  • Offset G
  • Without E-mechanics
  • Body
  • head joint
  • foot and keys made of nickel silver
  • New shape of the key lid
  • Completely silver-plated
  • CY head joint with policonical curve for excellent response and rich sound
  • Ergonomic key arrangement
  • Case included
PROS
  • • Nickel silver construction provides reliable durability for student use
  • • CY headjoint delivers a surprisingly warm and responsive tone for the price
  • • Offset G key improves hand comfort, especially for younger players
  • • Pointed arm design enhances key action and overall responsiveness
CONS
  • • Nickel silver finish is prone to wear and tear with heavy use
  • • Lacks the complexity and projection of higher-end, solid silver flutes
  • • No E-mechanic limits high register playability and advanced technique

Product Video

Key Features

Material Nickel Silver
Headjoint CY with policonical bore
Key Mechanism Closed hole, pointed arm design
Foot Joint Nickel Silver, standard
Finish Completely silver-plated
Weight Approximately 1 lb 10 oz

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CY headjoint is designed to offer a slightly warmer and more responsive tone compared to Yamaha’s standard headjoints, making it easier for students to produce a good sound.
While playable, the lack of an E-mechanic and closed hole design limit its suitability for advanced players requiring extended high register capabilities and nuanced control.
The plating is standard for a student-level instrument and will require regular cleaning to prevent tarnishing, but it's generally durable enough for consistent use.

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