YAMAHA YCR-332 Imperial Cornet Red Bell Long Custom Specification

This is an American-style long cornet that uses a rose brass bell (red bell), which is extremely difficult to obtain today.
The short cornet, which is now mainstream, is for brass bands and is an instrument for covering woodwind parts. When cornet parts are present in the sheet music for Sousa or Reed's wind bands, it is assumed that a long-type cornet will be used.
This instrument is a model that was in the lineup when YAMAHA partnered with the American company Schilke. The use of an expensive rose brass (brass with a copper content of 90% or more) bell produces a rich, thick, and soft sound with abundant overtones. The long type has a playing feel relatively close to a trumpet, so there is no discomfort for trumpet players who need to switch instruments as specified in the sheet music.
Currently, there is no domestic distribution of YAMAHA long cornets, and they are only for export to the United States.
This instrument has been customized in our workshop to maximize the potential of the YCR-332.
The 1st slide has been rebuilt to a reverse configuration, and a ring-type thumb hook has been attached. The thumb hook not only allows for pitch correction during performance but also prevents the vibration of the tubing from being suppressed by directly gripping the valve casing.
The fixed-type finger ring on the 3rd slide, which was a school equipment specification, has been replaced. This allows for precise slide operation.
While the Imperial model has sufficient capabilities for advanced players, some cost-saving measures were taken for student models. This instrument focuses on implementing those omitted parts through customization.
You can enjoy the sound of a cornet with a rich overtone red bell.

★Included Items
・Cornet body
・Mouthpiece (for long type)

★Condition
・There is deterioration of the lacquer, dents, and minor impact marks due to age and use, but nothing that affects playability.
・The slides and valves have undergone overhaul, including ultrasonic cleaning and lapping (fitting) treatment.
・The instrument has been tested in actual performance by bringing it to band ensembles.

★Atelier Custom (Inst-Trading)
This is a workshop specializing in the customization of trumpets and cornets that were part of YAMAHA's lineup during their partnership with Schilke. This is completely different from resold instruments that have only undergone cleaning, oiling, and greasing.