Yamaha YFL-262 Open-Hole Student Flute
- Open-hole French-style rings, offset G
- Silver-plated nickel silver headjoint, body and footjoint
- Carrying bag included
- 2-year warranty
- 3 years EU spare part availability
- 3.2 pounds listed weight
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A beginner flute with open holes from the start, so a student can grow into advanced fingering on one instrument. Plated metal throughout and a bag in place of a hard case are the limits.
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ASIN: B01E81UQTGModel: YFL-262YCategory: Flutes
Overview
Not a closed-hole beginner model, the Yamaha YFL-262 gives a new player French-style open-hole rings from day one. Its headjoint, body and footjoint are silver-plated nickel silver, with hand-assembled silver-plated keys in an offset G layout.
Open-hole rings teach accurate finger placement early and leave room for intermediate techniques without changing flutes. Yamaha describes the sound as bright and resonant, with a headjoint set to beginner resistance. Every part is plated rather than sterling, so tonal growth has a ceiling.
Who it's for
Teachers who start pupils on open holes, and students who plan to stay with one flute into intermediate study, are the audience. Young children still building finger control may get cleaner notes from a closed-hole flute.
Pros and cons
- Open-hole rings for intermediate technique later
- Offset G eases the left hand reach
- Hand-assembled silver-plated keys
- Nickel silver build for durability
- Plated build, no sterling silver parts
- Open holes are hard for small fingers
- Cleaning kit not listed
Performance notes
Each open ring must be sealed by the fingertip, so clean notes depend on hand position more than on a closed-hole flute. The plated nickel silver tube and beginner headjoint give a bright response that Yamaha describes as resonant. Regular pad care decides how well the keys seal over time.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | YFL-262Y |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3.2 pounds |
| Item dimensions | 16.8 × 6.4 × 3.9 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Silver-plated nickel silver |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Carrying bag |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Sound Profile | Bright and resonant |
| Key system | Offset G, open-hole French-style rings |
| Keys | Hand-assembled, silver-plated |
| Spare part availability | 3 years (EU) |
Frequently asked questions
Can a young beginner play the open-hole YFL-262?
Yes, Yamaha designs it for beginning players, but open rings need precise fingers. A teacher can judge whether a student is ready for them.
Does the Yamaha YFL-262 have a sterling silver headjoint?
No. The headjoint, body, footjoint and lip plate are nickel silver with silver plating.