The Yamaha YFH-631G VS The YFH8310Z: Which Flugelhorn is right for you?

This week we're showcasing the incredible ‪@yamahaglobal‬ Flugelhorns that we have in stock: The YFH-631G and the YFH-8301Z, made in collaboration with the legendary Bobby Shew. Can you tell the difference in sound between these two horns? Let us know what you think in the comments below!
Musical Excerpts Played:
"Three and One"- Thad Jones
"Feels So Good"- Chuck Mangione
YFH-8310Z Specs
Bell Material: One piece, Yellow brass
Bell Diameter: 151.8mm (6")
Bore Size: S 10.5mm (0.413")
Weight: Medium
Finish: Clear lacquer
Mouthpiece: FH-SHEW
Case: Included
YFH-631G Specs
Bell Material: Two piece, Gold brass
Bell Diameter: 151.8mm (6")
Bore Size: M 11mm (0.433")
Weight: Medium
Finish: Clear lacquer
Mouthpiece: FH-11F4
Case: Included
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[@michaelfoxbrass]

Excellent demo of their characteristics, John. Very fine playing!

[@ericdaniel323]

Both great horns. I really love the Z, but couldn’t justify paying an extra grand.

[@SamuelPlaysBrass]

Nice assessment and demo of each! Nice to hear a medium and small bore flugel by Yamaha played side by side. Both excellent horns, but ultimately I think the 631 is more of a 'doubler' for the big band trumpet player who happens to play flugel once in a while, whereas the Z is more cut out for the true jazz soloist who seeks to get the most out of their flugelhorn experience, and a lot of it does come down to that small, Couesnon-style bore.

[@lofikorean7051]

8310 really great

[@Ivansgarage]

It amazes me the price on a Yamaha 3 to 4k, when someone like " Paul de Stexhe" plays a Flugelhorn : Thomann FH900J at about 350.00... this guy is amazing Paul de Stexhe, lots of youtube videos...

[@IndianOutlaw1870]

The construction of the Yamaha is light years better than the Chinese Thomann import.

[@rickgosselin5055]

What is the difference between the Bobby Shew 6310Z and the 8310Z Fluegelhorn. Is there much of a difference? The price between the 2?

[@SamuelPlaysBrass]

The 6310Z is an earlier iteration but still a wonderful horn. Only small tweaks were made. If you find a used one for cheap, it's well worth looking into. Both the 6310 and 8310 are big upgrades from the 631 for the serious flugelhorn player in my opinion.

[@AllinGold2]

I owned a 6310Z in the 1990s. It was rather trumpet-ish. Another option is the 8315G. It lands somewhere between the 8310Z and the 631G, tone-wise, and is very tight-slotting. I prefer the larger bore 631G, myself, but they are all fine horns.

[@TucsonDude]

Are both these horns made in Japan?

[@paigesmusic6174]

Hi there! Yes, I believe both of these instruments are made in Japan.

[@TucsonDude]

@@paigesmusic6174 OK. However, you might want to actually look on the instrument as Yamaha has quietly outsourced lower level production to China.

[@paigesmusic6174]

Yep, stamped "made in Japan" and all! Generally for Yamaha, 600 through 900 level instruments are made in Japan, which both of these Flugelhorns fall into. Also, it's pretty common for reputable manufacturers to produce instruments abroad, so it's important not to stigmatize instruments that are made in China, Taiwan, etc. An $800 "made in China" Yamaha Trumpet is not the same as a $150 no-name brand that can be bought online.

[@gregoryfrech2310]

@@paigesmusic6174 It is not just about quality with china; The CCP wants to take over the USA. So politics unfortunate as it is, does rear its ugly head. I for one will not buy anything made in China as a default position. I have elected to not buy many items not just instruments simply because they are made in china.

[@Ivansgarage]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3WbhaeNjLh6q8k Paul de Stexhe, Flugelhorn ...