Yamaha YOB-441P Oboe Upper Joint with Injection Molded Inner Bore

Yamaha YOB441P Oboe
Features a modified conservatory system for the advancing student. Newly designed undercut tone holes are similar to those on the YOB-841 professional model. This new design provides the player with a smooth even response and improved intonation. ABS Resin upper joint, Grenadilla wood lower joint and bell.

Newly designed, highly polished bore
The new bore design, which incorporates vertical integration is similar to that of the YOB-841 professional model. This results in improved projection and improved tonal quality.

Handworked keys
Skilled artisans braze and adjust all keys on Yamaha oboes by hand to optimize the balance of each instrument.

Nickel silver bell ring
The bell ring increases effective density of the bell for a quicker response and a more focused sound.

Stainless steel French taper screws
As a result of using stainless steel, the screws will be more resistant to corrosiion and will ensure a smooth, reliable action. The French taper design will allow for precise adjustment.

Stainless steel needle springs
Durability, key balance and a more comfortable feel are all benefits of using stainless steel as the spring material.

• Key: C
  
• Key System: Modified conservatoire
  
• Bore Style: American
  
• Octave Keys: Semi-automatic
  
• Mechanical Features: Left-hand F key; Fork F resonance key
  
• Key Material: Nickel silver
  
• Plating: Silver
  
• Tone Holes: Undercut
  
• Thumb Rest: Fixed
  
• Trill Keys: C# - D# ; F# - G# ; A# - B ; Ab - Bb ; B - C# ; C - D
  
• Spring Type: Blue steel

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Warranty:

Yamaha YOB441P Oboe
The manufacturer's warranty covers parts for five years and labor for five years from date of purchase. The warranty excludes damage from misuse, abuse, and contains other exclusions.