Yamaha, tenor in c', baroque double hole, with double key, maple stained

The recorder with the model number: YRT-61M-YAM from the Yamaha workshop is an instrument that is always fun to play in everyday use.
This is largely due to the clever marriage of the outstanding design in symbiosis with the advantages of the maple material used.

The material used for this instrument is characterised by its exceptional sound characteristics. The special characteristics can best be described in the following words, although it is in the nature of things that sounds can only ever be inadequately described in words. This is why the sound of recorders is perceived and described slightly differently by each person: Maple: Warm and clear, somewhat thinner than pear.

The scale

The geometry of the inner bore of the recorder is slightly cylindroconical. This type of bore gives the recorder its typical sound.
In principle, instruments with a wider bore sound warmer, fuller, more fundamental and therefore more suitable for ensembles than models with a narrower inner bore.

What styles of music can the instrument be used for

Maple is ideal for instruments that are used primarily for choral playing, recorder ensembles and orchestras, other styles are also possible.

Who the instrument is aimed at

The above facts show that maple recorders are particularly suitable for ambitious amateurs and advanced players. Another basic rule to bear in mind is that a more sophisticated instrument naturally makes playing together more enjoyable than a simple one.

The windway of the recorder

The windway is the area in the head of the instrument where the musician's breath is moulded into a sheet of air. This air blade is the determining element in the sound production of a recorder. It is at the labium that the fundamental vibration that generates the flute sound is created from this air blade. The shape of the windway is therefore extremely important for influencing the possible sounds of the instrument.

The windway of the Yamaha YRT-61M-YAM model is shaped as follows: curved, conical.
Conically shaped windways accelerate the air blade more than cylindrical ones.
Windways are naturally complex in their geometric shape and many parameters are influenced by each other.

Fingering

The Yamaha YRT-61M-YAM instrument is supplied in fingering: Baroque double hole.

Multi-part construction

The way an instrument is constructed has a strong influence on the way in which the recorder is handled on a daily basis, both in terms of ease of assembly and ease of transport.
This is a point that should not be underestimated, especially when transporting larger (and sometimes several) instruments.
Recorder orchestra leaders will agree with us.

Packaging and accessories

The model is supplied as standard with a bag and useful accessories: Wiper rod, cork grease, fingering chart, care instructions

Hygiene tips

If the recorder is played by several people, it is advisable to sterilise the headjoint if necessary to prevent the transmission of diseases. Flautisept has proven to be a good solution for this. Flautisept is available in our collection. It works with the following surfaces:

• Linseed oil surfaces
• RESONA
• Waxed surfaces
• ABS plastics
• Lacquered surfaces
• Spirit-stained surfaces
• Glazed surfaces
• Untreated wood surfaces

However, before use, test on an inconspicuous area to ensure that Fautisept does not leave any unwanted marks on your recorder.

Optional information on keys

It is not always possible to drill tone holes in places that are easy and comfortable to play with your fingers. For acoustic reasons, some tone holes on larger recorders in particular are not ergonomically accessible. Keys are fitted to such instruments to make playing easier or even possible in the first place.
The instrument YRT-61M-YAM has the following keys: 2-fold foot key. This makes it easy to play even for players with smaller hands.

Tips for finding a new instrument

The easiest way to find your next instrument
Seek expert advice!
Under no circumstances should you let the opinions of "self-proclaimed experts" put you off testing a recorder yourself. Your musical perception is as unique as you are. Therefore, only you can decide which wind tunnel mould inspires you personally.
Our recommendation is therefore: Try new instruments that you have never tested before. You can only gain experience.