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Yamaha YRS-302B Soprano Recorder, Baroque fingering, Key of C
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- 3 piece soprano recorder in the key of C
- Made from durable and long-lasting ABS plastic
- Arched windway gives experienced players more control
- Plastic
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Intermediate Soprano Recorders
Yamaha 300 and 400 series soprano recorders give experienced players advanced control over their sound.
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Start with great soundYamaha has been building musical instruments for more than 130 years, so we know what it takes to make a great sound. Our recorders produce a classic tone that's pure and in tune across the whole instrument. |
Designed for performanceAll 300 and 400 series recorders share the same body style based on the classic Rottenburgh design. In addition, these recorders all have an arched windway with a slight resistance that gives an experienced player improved breath control for more expressive playing. |
Durable and safeYamaha plastic recorders are built to last for years of reliable use. All models are BPA-free and meet strict international safety standards. They can even be washed with regular soap and water, so keeping them clean is easy. |
Choose your finishWant the durability of plastic but the look of wood? The YRS-312B and YRS-314B have simulated wood-grain exteriors that look remarkably like real rosewood or ebony. For something different, 400-series models have a unique goldenrod color that really stands out. |
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| YRS-301 | YRS-302B | YRS-312B | YRS-314B | YRS-401 | YRS-402B | |
| Finish | Dark Brown | Dark Brown | Simulated Rosewood | Simulated Ebony | Goldenrod | Goldenrod |
| Key | C | C | C | C | C | C |
| Windway | Arched | Arched | Arched | Arched | Arched | Arched |
| Fingering | German | Baroque | Baroque | Baroque | German | Baroque |
| Body style | 3 piece Rottenburgh | 3 piece Rottenburgh | 3 piece Rottenburgh | 3 piece Rottenburgh | 3 piece Rottenburgh | 3 piece Rottenburgh |
| Bag | Zippered cotton | Zippered cotton | Zippered cotton | Zippered cotton | Zippered cotton | Zippered cotton |
| Accessories Included | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart | Cleaning rod, recorder cream, fingering chart |
| Material | ABS plastic | ABS plastic | ABS plastic | ABS plastic | Ecodear plastic | Ecodear plastic |
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| Customer Rating | 4.7 out of 5 stars (411) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (15446) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (1845) | 4.7 out of 5 stars (1017) | 4.5 out of 5 stars (310) |
| Price | $19.23$19.23 | $8.88$8.88 | $21.99$21.99 | $12.99$12.99 | $25.99$25.99 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Moukey | Eastar Music Store | Amazon.com |
| Instrument Key | C | C | C | C | F |
| Item Dimensions | 0.9 x 14.5 x 2 inches | 12.88 x 1 x 1 inches | — | — | 2 x 2 x 14 inches |
Product description
Like all Yamaha 300-series recorders, the YRS-302B soprano recorder in the key of C is a step-up instrument designed for advanced players. Based on the famous Rottenburgh body design, this recorder has an arched windway to produce a slight resistance that gives you better breath control and allows you to play with more expression.
Product information
| Item Weight | 4 ounces |
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| Product Dimensions | 0.9 x 14.5 x 2 inches |
| Domestic Shipping | Item can be shipped within U.S. |
| International Shipping | This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More |
| ASIN | B0002MS7NS |
| Item model number | YRS302BIII |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank |
#5,626 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
#14 in Recorders (Musical Instruments) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | July 16, 2004 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Instrument Key | C |
| Proficiency Level | Intermediate |
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By now, I have purchased enough Yamaha recorders that I can make some general observations about the differences between Yamaha's 20 line and their 300 line:
- the designs are noticeably different, both cosmetically and in terms of construction. Most differences concern the mouthpiece: its shape and its internal assembly. By contrast, all the 300 and 400 series recorders share the same design and they only differ in materials.
- the instruments in the 20 line tend to have a less polished sound, which can sometimes make them an interesting variation to the 300 series. The 300 series has a clearer, more refined sound.
- the instruments in the 20 line tend to be more demanding on the embouchure and air flow control. With the 300 line you can vary air flow with less impact on sound quality.
The YRS-302BIII comes with a fingering chart, warranty information, a plastic cleaning rod, and a small joint grease plastic container inside a zippered cloth bag. My copy is made in Japan. The joint grease container is small, but it should last a long time. The design of this recorder is shared with all the 300 series and 400 series models; it's only their material that differs. The 312 and 314 models are reputed to have a slightly more refined sound because of their different material, but I have not found any demonstration of the difference, so I assumed it's too small to matter to someone of my playing level.
The 302BIII is a great Soprano recorder choice. It produces a clear and bright sound, as expected of a 300 series model. This sound is the main reason to prefer it to the 24B model (unless you also want to count the cleaning rod and the joint grease).
The big question that puzzled me was how the 302 compares against the 402. One reason I decided to ignore the 312/314 models was also because I thought that if different material impacts sound significantly, then I'd expect it to matter more in the 402, which uses a denser material. It turns out that the sound of the 402 is very similar to that of the 302 - it does seem that it is a bit less bright, but the difference is so small that I don't think most people would be able to recognize the model in a double blind test (in which the interpreter does not know what they're playing either). This is to be expected given that the material is the only difference and even the materials are not that significantly different.
The 302BIII is a great Soprano recorder in a crowded market. The good thing is that I can't recommend another model over it. The bad thing is that I can't recommend any one model - everyone may develop a preference for one of these recorders (Yamaha 302B and 402B, and Aulos 703B), but that doesn't make that recorder "the best". They're all excellent instruments, at least as far as fulfilling the needs of beginners like me.
For this reason, I would not recommend this recorder for beginners or kids with no experience. If you have already played a woodwind instrument like a clarinet or saxophone you should have no problem. Amazon sells the 200-series soprano at an even cheaper price, so I would start with that if you have no experience.
The plus-side of the more finicky intonation on this 302B model is that this recorder can be very expressive. You can get it to sound like a Native American flute if you want to. Amazing that it is plastic!
First off, this thing responds greatly. I've been able to get into the high register pretty easily and none of the notes feel stuffy or weak. Really beautiful sounding instrument, even my father who doesn't have a single musical bone can tell that it sounds more than just a plastic toy. It's rather easy to maintain and take care off, and the bag is of high quality as well. The recorder has no wiggle room in it, but also isn't being squished so I know its safe.
The only bad thing I've come to notice (other than my squeaking) is that in the high register the notes get quite sharp. I'm not sure if this is because of my air or playing, but it's nothing I can fix right now. This may improve with practice though. I also find myself having to clean the moisture building up every 15 minutes or so because the sound gets blocked up (albeit I've never played the recorder before so I can't say much).
If you want to get into the recorder or are even an intermediate player yourself, I'd recommend this.
So as a review, I would like to say I love it, I'm grateful and it is perfect for me and for its intent. I was pleasantly surprised to get a cleaning rod with it, which means I probably did not have to buy the extra one, but that was a good experience purchase as well. So it's all gravy, and I am loving it.
I have been very impressed with this recorder. Other reviews state that it’s not for beginners but I don’t know why. The lower notes ARE harder to get consistently, but they are no different from the $5 recorder I bought at a music store to compare.
Having the three sections is important for 5 th finger right hand position, so it can be moved to accommodate your hand.
Initially, I felt the recorder clogged up with water a lot, but now after a couple of months it isn’t as bad......I’ve also learned how to clear it better as well.
All in all a great recorder for a really reasonable price