【Adjusted】YOB-431M duet+ YAMAHA Oboe Semi-Automatic

【Adjusted】【Relatively Beautiful Condition】YOB-431M Duet+ YAMAHA Oboe

This is a Japanese-made oboe, the Yamaha YOB-431M duet+.
This model features a resin coating on the inside of the YOB-431.

It has been serviced and adjusted by a professional double reed instrument workshop for this listing.
Overall adjustment
Replacement of faulty pads
Replacement of joint corks
Octave key cleaning
Pitch adjustment

While retaining Yamaha's characteristic intonation and bright tone,
this model is highly attractive for its peace of mind, as it is resistant to cracking.

Suggested Retail Price: ¥517,000 (tax included)
*Prices tend to increase year by year.

The base model, the YOB-431, is a bestseller oboe widely used by concert bands, adult orchestras, and students.
It is popular for its excellent intonation, ease of maintenance, product stability, and high cost performance.

-- From the Manufacturer's Website --

By protecting the inside of the bore with a resin layer, the precision and stability of the bore, which is the lifeblood of wind instruments, have been dramatically improved. The tone quality and intonation are exceptionally clear, and this oboe employs innovative technology to address the inherent problems of distortion and cracking caused by temperature and humidity differences inside and outside the instrument. The Duet of traditional rare wood and cutting-edge resin processing technology creates plus value that goes beyond mere combination.
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Yamaha instruments are known for their accurate intonation, and this model further enhances pitch accuracy and durability.

The YOB-431/432 series is an entry-level to intermediate model that inherits the basic design of the custom models.
It is increasingly popular for student use and as school equipment.

By adopting the bore dimensions, tone hole arrangement, and bell shape of the custom models, it produces a rich, stable tone and allows players to concentrate on their performance with comfortable responsiveness.
It offers a comfortable blowing resistance and ergonomic key design for excellent playability.

● System: European system
● Conservatoire system
Auxiliary keys: Left-hand F key, 3rd octave key
Resonance keys: Fork F resonance key, Low Bb key
Trill keys: C♯-D♯, F♯-G♯, A♭-B♭, A♯-B, B-C♯, Left-hand C-D, Right-hand C-D

■ Condition
- As shown in the photos, the plating is relatively clean, but there are some areas of plating wear and dullness.
- It has been adjusted and is ready to play.
- Pouch is included.

The current model duet+ is commanding a higher price on the used market.