FEATURES
• Alto recorder in the key of F
• Baroque fingering for authentic early music performance
• Double holes at F-F# and G-G# for half steps and subtle pitch inflections
• ABS plastic construction — durable and lightweight
• 3-piece design disassembles for easy transport and cleaning
• Sections fit together for an airtight seal and focused tone
• Bore engineered for even response and resonant tone across the range
• Suited to solo and ensemble playing
DESCRIPTION
The Yamaha YRA-28B is an alto recorder built for players who want an instrument that handles both solo work and ensemble playing, with early music squarely in mind. Baroque fingering gives you historically accurate positions that still feel familiar and intuitive, opening the door to the ornaments and expressive techniques at the heart of the baroque repertoire.
Double holes at F-F# and G-G# let you play half steps cleanly and, by partially covering them, shade pitch for nuanced phrasing and dynamics. It's a small detail that meaningfully expands the color and articulation available to you, whether you're interpreting baroque literature or writing your own.
The ABS plastic body is lightweight, durable, and easy to live with. The recorder comes apart so you can swab the bore, wipe away condensation, or make small adjustments to the windway, then reassembles with a snug fit for an airtight seal and focused tone. It's construction that stands up to daily practice and gigging alike.
Across the low, middle, and high registers, the YRA-28B delivers a rich, resonant voice. The bore is engineered for strong response and voicing, so you can shape phrases dynamically and play with a singing quality — a solid choice for beginners and experienced players alike.
SPECIFICATIONS
Key: F
Construction: Two Pieces
Double Holes: G-G#
Fingering: Baroque
Body Material: ABS Plastic
Model# YRA-28B
