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Your cart is empty.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.
dragonlaurie
2025-08-01 17:27:56
I own a Yamaha Alto recorder. The alto recorder proved to be of such high quality and sound that I decided to purchase a Yamaha soprano recorder. It is a beautiful little recorder that plays easily with wonderful sound. Playing these high quality plastic recorders saves wear & tear on my much older wooden recorders. I was skeptical about a plastic recorder being able to have as good of sound as the wooden ones. They have proven themselves to be every bit as good. The price is very reasonable, too. I highly recommend these recorders.
Gabriel
2025-07-01 11:56:31
For a modicum price, you get an in-tune chromatic instrument that you can produce real music with, a recorder that performs better costs currently ten times as much. It's truly a display of technical prowess from Yamaha (and its competitor in this space, Aulos) to offer the world such a gift.I have since made the jump to recorders with better qualities, but I will forever be grateful to Yamaha for making the YRS-302b recorder.Now, specifics, this thing is in tune, honestly, buy something cheaper or a low-end wooden recorder, and the difference is night and day. The articulation can be slightly tricky, the lower notes are more sensitive to pressure than more expensive recorders, so switching up and down requires a fair bit of attention, but it's well within the range of what's reasonable.To learn, this instrument won't really limit you. Really, get it, get it now.
Classic Rock
2025-06-10 12:56:52
I purchased this for my daughter, 9 yrs old, who had a recorder, but lost it. I purchased this because of the good reviews and I was very pleased with the quality and sound. My daughter played a few notes, and right away, we both notice the difference, clearer and smoother sound. The recorder she lost couldn't have been more than $5. This is a great recorder for the price! I highly recommend it - comes with a nice zipper pouch, cleaning rod, notes fingering sheet. No big deal, but the color of the recorder in the photo looked black, but in reality, it's a very very dark brown, sort of a brownish/black. And the white part is an ivory color. Still attractive.
Kenneth Levleit
2025-05-21 11:52:26
You can expect a well-tuned recorder. If it's squealing, you just need practice.It's a Yamaha, which is enough to say it's high quality as can be expected from the brand. I've had a Yamaha recorder for near 20 years and the quality remains consistently good from then until now. I bought this new one because I knew I could expect good quality for the low price.The price is right. For what it is, a low cost student instrument, this thing plays very well. The benefit of having a no-maintenance plastic recorder heavily outweighs the slightly thin sound it produces.You never oil it like wood, and don't even need to swab it afterwards if you're in a hurry to pack it up.It's solidly constructed and fits together snugly. I've bought a few off-brands on the fly that came loose at the joints while playing, but this never happens with a Yamaha.Comes with a zippered pouch, cleaning rod, joint grease, and fingering instructions.
Isaac Davanzo
2025-05-15 16:58:43
This is my first recorder that I've bought. I recently acquired in interest in baroque music, especially after hearing some of Telemann's music, so I thought I'd give it a try. The only kind of experience I really have with woodwinds is the clarinet and flute, but I suppose its better than starting off blind.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.
Vivian F.
2025-05-09 11:55:25
I have been playing the recorder for a few months now. I have a wooden soprano recorder and my cork broke the other day. It has always sounded sharp and I have been wanting to get a different recorder. When my cork broke I found this Yamaha recorder. I figured I would purchase it, as the price was less than I could find at my local music store. It came today and I am very happy I made the decision to get this instrument. It is much easier to play than my wooden recorder and the tone is very nice.
Alex
2025-04-24 17:18:58
Worth it
Becky
2025-03-17 10:26:06
The sound quality is excellent! The tone is clear and crisp, making it a pleasure to play. Considering the price, I am truly satisfied with the quality and performance of this recorder. It's a great instrument for both beginners and experienced players. Highly recommended!
Wes Hughes
2025-03-05 12:13:46
I like the sound. It's not overbearing.Easy to play into the second register.A good beginner instrument.This one won't disappoint.I use it for practise and performance.A good all-around recorder.Comes with a nice bag and joint grease.
Javier_walle
2025-02-16 21:43:15
La compré para recordar mis dÃas de secundaria en la clase de música jeje, y la verdad que el sonido es exelente, venÃa con su estuche, y el color ( ébano y marfil) le da un toque de elegancia...
Michael
2025-02-07 13:41:48
Sie ist für Anfänger sehr gut geeignet und hat einen sehr schönen Klang. Auch der Preis ist völlig ok.Wir sind sehr zufrieden damit.
Aidan
2024-12-01 12:53:45
A much needed upgrade from Yamaha's cheaper recorders. In honesty, it still does sound cheap, but each note is fairly clean and sweet, this recorder makes for an enjoyable practice session. Still a fantastic instrument to use when not performing. This recorder comes with a great case, a cleaning rod, and grease for the connecting joints of the recorder, the use of grease is essential in making sure you do not prematurely wear the recorder through its lifetime. It is definitely a perfect starting recorder and kit.
Boxcar
2024-11-15 11:51:42
All I need todo now is learn how to play it. If you have set your mind on learning to play something this recorder might be just the thing. I am going to give it a go and try and complete one more thing on my bucket list.
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