Yamaha YBH-831S Neo Series Baritone Horn

The Yamaha YBH-831S neo series baritone is the first Yamaha Baritone to feature a unique 3-valve compensating system, and is yet another example of how advanced Yamaha horn technology and ideas come together to deliver the sound and playability professional artists desire. While retaining the traditional Baritone configuration, the YBH-831 includes a number of invisible refinements that make a significant difference in the horns performance. For a new class of baritone horns, you must hear the Neo series!

About Yamaha Baritones

All Yamaha Baritone Horns are crafted to be the most versatile horns in the world. An original wrap design patented by Yamaha makes for comfortable fingering, with tuning slides that are specially designed for easy adjustment. The laser-fused pluzuma-welded bell provides continuous and even bell vibrations in all registers of the horn. In addition, the pressure-formed tubing ensures on each Yamaha baritone makes for reduced resistance and easy blowing.

Features

• Compensating System: The 3-valve compensating system is a traditional baritone type with an original tubing configuration for improved pitch compensation. By allowing breath to flow through the bypass tubes of valves that are pressed simultaneously with the third valve, pitch accuracy in the mid to low range is markedly improved. You can play in the normal way, without using a trigger or alternate fingerings, making it easier to concentrate on the music.
• Original Taper and Large Bell: The original main tube taper and large bell add clarity and projection to a deep, magnificent baritone timbre that won't get lost in powerful tutti passages.
• Leadpipe: In addition to featuring a new design that offers ideal playing resistance, the leadpipe is not soldered to the bell so that the full, natural resonance of the instrument is available for superior expressive capability.
• Enhanced Playing Comfort: Slim valve casings and a hand rest mounted parallel to the valves contribute to a natural, stress-free hand position, while lightweight pistons make the action quick and agile.
• Case: The supplied Neo case features a nameplate and shoulder pad for convenient carrying.

Technical Specs

• Valve s: 3 pistons
• Design/Architecture Detail
• Bell Size: 240mm (9.4")
• Bore Size: 13.2mm (0.52") - 14mm (0.55")
• Material: Body Yellow brass
• Voices: Key Bb