| YFL-212 | YFL-222 | PF-505E | PF-500 | |
| Brand | Yamaha | Yamaha | Pearl | Pearl |
| Brand Origin | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Instrument Made In | Indonesia | Indonesia | Taiwan | Taiwan |
| Material | Nickel Silver Plated | Nickel Silver Plated | Nickel Silver Plated | Nickel Silver Plated |
| Warranty Period | 1.5 Year | 1.5 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Specifications: C-Foot | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Specifications: Offset-G | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Specifications: Drawn Tone Holes | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Specifications: Covered Keys | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Specifications: E-mechanism | √ | – | √ | – |
| Can last up to grade 5? | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Retail Price | RM3450 | RM3150 | RM3250 | RM2550 |
| Discounted Price | RM2750 | RM2350 | RM2500 | RM1950 |
What is E-mechanism?
It is difficult to play mi (E note) in the third octave on a flute. The E mechanism is a key system to make that note easier to play. Since the E note is widely used in beautiful melody of classical or romantic period works and high-skill requiring modern music, the E mechanism is quite useful.
Are there cheaper options for a beginner flute?
Yes there are, but we do not recommend to get anything lower than the 4 models mentioned above. This is because the quality of flute is affecting the learning speed in a direct way, student will spend their time “making a sound” rather than “playing music” especially when the instrument is very hard to control. You may opt for 2nd hand yamaha/pearl flutes, but make sure to consult your teacher as there are many fake yamaha in the market. Please beware that any Yamaha flute below RM2000 is a SCAM!
I saw a flute in Lazada / Shopee and it costs me only RM300~600, can I use it for lesson?
NO YOU CAN’T. Sorry to say, that is not a flute, but a piece of metal toy. It can’t produce proper tone and very difficult to even make a sound, which causing poor learning experience and momentum. You may exposed to the risk of lead poisoning because these instrument doesn’t undergoes a proper silver plating procedure.
How often do I need to service my flute?
We recommend getting your flute serviced (also known as a “clean-oil-adjust” or “COA” or annual maintenance) once a year assuming normal use. Please visit this link for more information about flute service: https://theflutestoremalaysia.com/repair-service/
Why buy from us?
We, The Flute Store Malaysia is the biggest flute specialised store in Malaysia run and own by professional flutists. We carry a few remarkable flute brands, from beginner to professional models, all flutes were checked and adjusted before handing over to clients by our in house technicians. We offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all faulty caused by the instrument itself, including minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us to purchase!
