Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Custom Concert Flute in Sterling Silver SN 296

Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Overview

The Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Custom Concert Flute sits within Yamaha's Handmade 800-series professional flute family, a sterling-silver platform made for flutists who need a refined scale, consistent mechanism, and a flexible tonal palette in orchestral, chamber, and solo settings. Yamaha's Handmade 800-series YFL-897 configuration is associated with French-style open-hole keys, an inline key system, E mechanism, sterling-silver headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys, white-gold springs, and Straubinger pads. This instrument is marked Yamaha, Made in Japan, Type A, and Silver 925, and the HSTCDR configuration includes a B footjoint with gizmo key and a D# roller for smoother right-hand little-finger movement.

Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Specifications

• Instrument Type: Custom concert flute
• Key: C
• Model: YFL-897HSTCDR
• Headjoint: Yamaha Type A headjoint
• Key System: French-style open-hole keys, inline G, E mechanism
• Footjoint/Mechanism: B footjoint with gizmo key and D# roller
• Materials/Finish: Sterling silver headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys; Silver 925
• Case: Yamaha hard case with cover
• Accessories: Open-hole plugs, polishing cloth, cleaning rod, cleaning cloth
• Serial number: 296

Condition & Setup

This is a demo model Yamaha custom concert flute in very clean cosmetic condition, with light hairline scratches and surface scuffs consistent with careful prior use. We have professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested this instrument; it is in superb playing condition. The keywork is intact, the main flute sections are present with no dents or dings are visible. The Yamaha hard case is included and shows light cosmetic wear.

Who the YFL-897HSTCDR Concert Flute Is For

The YFL-897HSTCDR is intended for advanced and professional flutists who want Yamaha's handmade silver flute response, precise mechanism, and dependable intonation in a configuration suited to serious classical playing. Its sterling-silver construction, Type A headjoint concept, B footjoint, and D# roller make it a strong fit for conservatory study, orchestral work, chamber music, and solo repertoire where tonal color, dynamic range, ergonomic facility, and clean articulation matter.

Common Questions About the Yamaha YFL-897HSTCDR

How does the YFL-897H fit within Yamaha's handmade flute lineup?

The YFL-897H belongs to Yamaha's Handmade 800 series, which uses sterling silver for the headjoint, body, footjoint, and keys. It sits below Yamaha's gold 900-series handmade flutes while retaining a professional handmade build concept.

What does Yamaha's Type A headjoint concept offer?

Yamaha describes the Type A headjoint as designed for an easy yet colorful sound with a wide dynamic range. That makes it a versatile choice for players who need tonal flexibility without giving up response.

What does the D# roller add for the player?

The D# roller is an ergonomic keywork feature that helps the right-hand little finger move more smoothly across the footjoint keys, which can be useful in technical passages involving D# and Eb finger motion.

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