All About Yamaha Recorders

Currently, the process of learning to play various musical instruments begins with a recorder. They are wind instruments, the easiest to learn. Recorders will be suitable even for a small child. Today we will talk about the main features of such products manufactured by Yamaha.

Recorders from the manufacturer Yamaha are one of the varieties of longitudinal type flutes. They are usually made from a variety of quality wood species. Such products are often used in music schools and colleges to educate students. These tools look like a hollow tube with only 8 small holes on the surface.

At one end, a special block with a whistle is fixed, it is called a mouthpiece. Air that passes through a narrow duct collides with a sharpened hole that easily cleaves the air flow. In doing so, it creates swirls and, as a result, an unusual sound arises.

Yamaha currently produces various types of recorders. Let's take a closer look at popular models.

• YRS-23. This model belongs to the soprano type. It has a special baroque system. This recorder is made of high quality durable and wear resistant plastic. This swatch most often has a light, light beige color. It will be a great option for both adults and children. A wind instrument produces a clean, soft and pleasant sound.

• YRS-24B. This type of recorder also has a baroque system, it belongs to the type of soprano.A musical instrument is also made from plastic. Arrangement of valves in line. The model, like the previous version, has a light milky color.

• YRS-31. Such a recorder is a special three-part soprano design, which is equipped with a special German fingering made with double holes. The model is made of plastic. It is usually made out in black colors with light small inserts. This product is specially designed for teaching music school and college students. The sample boasts maximum intonation accuracy. Most often this recorder comes with a soft cotton case for storage and carrying. There are 2 types of holes for the instrument: arched, which impart little air resistance, which makes it easy to control the sound, and straight ones, which allow you to play the softest and cleanest sound possible. The second option can be perfect for beginner musicians.

• YRS-32B. This model of a soprano recorder with a baroque system is also designed in black colors with beige accents. It has a curved tube that allows for much more expressive tone. This wind instrument has a small indicator of resistance during the game, which makes it possible to control breathing. The body of the product is made of durable plastic. The model weighs only 100 grams.

• YRS-301. This soprano recorder with a German valve system is made of plastic. The slightly curved tube design allows for minimal resistance to air flow. The total weight of the part is only 100 grams. The model is made in brown color.

• YRS-311. This recorder is also equipped with a German valve system. This plastic piece is created with a beautiful rosewood finish. It boasts the widest range of tonal accents. The product also has a slightly curved design.

• YRS-312B. Such a musical instrument has a baroque valve system. It belongs to the soprano variety. The model is created in dark brown tones with milky inserts. The product has a three-piece design with strong connections. The finishing of the instrument is made of rosewood. The mouthpiece holes can be either straight or arched.

• YRS-313. This musical wind instrument has a German valve system. It also belongs to the soprano species. The model is made of special ABC-plastic, which will not require special maintenance. The body of the product is designed in dark brown color. The main part has an original finish, made under natural wood. The sound of such a recorder will be as bright and rich as possible. It has a slightly curved design that allows the player to control their breathing.

• YRS-314B. This recorder has a baroque valve system. She belongs to the soprano species. The model is also made of ABC plastic, which can last as long as possible, while scratches and other defects will not appear on its surface. Such a wind instrument has the most balanced and harmonious sound, it will be an ideal option for those who just want to learn how to play the flute.

• YRS-302B. This instrument is equipped with a baroque valve system. It has a bright and rich sound. The recorder is distinguished by the widest possible range of tonal accents. It has a slightly curved design, the model is also made of ABC plastic, it has an interesting finish and its own style. This variety can be perfect for both beginner musicians and professionals. The body of the model is designed in dark brown colors.

When choosing a suitable recorder model, be sure to pay attention to the material from which the wind instrument is made. Most often they are made from either wood or plastic. And also often there are combined varieties, in the production of which both materials are used. Plastic will not be afraid of water, it is quite resistant to temperature extremes. These products are ideal for travel. It should be noted that they are much cheaper compared to models made from different types of wood.

Wooden recorders are considered stronger and more durable, but they will also have a greater mass, they do not tolerate high humidity and temperature changes, so they are rarely taken with them on trips. In addition, they will be many times more expensive compared to the previous version. An important nuance in the choice is the type of valve system. It can be either Baroque or German. In the first case, the 4th hole will be from the bottom, in the second case, there will be the 3rd hole from the bottom, in addition, there will be a smaller body diameter. The two bottom holes in the Baroque system are usually doubled, in the German system they are single in design.