I played this flute on Van Morrison's 2023 US Tour while in his band. Here is the flute in concert at the Greek Theatre: https://youtu.be/YNppx5j3ajU?si=CqkciyhP2hoUnMAc&t=207
It has been meticulously kept in excellent shape by 'Better Than New' certified Miramatsu technician Travis G.
New this flute sells for $3,800.
This flute is what Yamaha considers the start of their Professional level flutes. There is a marked difference in this flute from their intermediate level 400 series
This is a fantastic step-up for the player wanting a more sophisticated mechanism at a good price point. Completely made in Japan but a lower price point than any other Japanese manufacturer.
The headjoint, body and footjoint are all heat treated with Yamaha’s proprietary acoustic annealing process to provide an impressive evenness of tone and response throughout all registers.
The hand-finished sterling silver AM headjoint is a modified version of the Type A headjoint supplied with Yamaha handmade flutes. What it offers is slight resistance and the ability to really get a big, projecting sound.
The specially designed cut of this headjoint offers incredible response and an impressive dynamic range.
Specs:
Sterling Silver AM Cut Headjoint
Silver Plated Body
Open Hole
Inline G
B foot
Split E Mechanism
C# Trill Key
Pointed key arms
Gizmo key
Made in Japan