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A Knockout Student Piccolo with a Durable ABS Resin Body





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The Yamaha YPC-32 student piccolo offers easy playability and produces an outstanding tone that will inspire and invigorate young and beginning players. Employing cutting-edge manufacturing processes, Yamaha outfitted this exceptional student piccolo with top-notch features. It all starts with a matte ABS resin body, which provides unparalleled durability with a look and feel that emulates natural wood. High-quality appointments ? including silver-plated keys with a split E mechanism ­? give the YPC-32 an aspect of sophistication. Plus, piccolo players at Sweetwater are impressed with the light and airy tone that issues from the YPC-32’s silver-plated nickel silver headjoint. Finally, the Yamaha YPC-32 comes with a PPC-32 carrying case for safe storage and transport.





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Durable ABS resin body and silver-plated headjoint





With a design based on Yamaha’s professional-level piccolos, the YPC-32 features a durable ABS resin body and bell in a matte finish, which mimics the look and feel of grenadilla and exhibits a warm, rich tonality on par with wooden instruments. The YPC-32 will serve developing players well for years; it's resistant to damage caused by temperature fluctuations, humidity, and the occasional drops and dings, and it requires minimal maintenance. Additionally, the YPC-32 is outfitted with silver-plated nickel-silver headjoint for a pure, light tone, and silver-plated keys with a responsive feel and fast action.





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Yamaha YPC-32 Student Piccolo Features:


Matte ABS resin body and bell provides the look and sound of wood with enhanced durability


Traditional pads provide a wide dynamic range and responsive touch


Conical barrel design delivers a richer tone than standard bores


Stainless steel springs give you a smooth feel and swift action


Silver-plated keys are effortless to play


Split E mechanism improves intonation and stability in the upper register


Yamaha PPC-32 and cleaning kit included


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