Compared to the trumpet, the cornet features a greater proportion of conical tubing, which gives it a mellow, softer tone.

Yamaha intermediate model cornets have been designed to incorporate many of the features and characteristics of our top pro models, yet at a intermediate model price. They offer a beautiful traditional cornet sound, and have highly accurate intonation and a comfortable playability.

We are replacing the current YCR-6335HS, with a higher grade YCR-8335 model. This cornet was developed together with David King, cornet soloist and conductor of the famous YBS Brass Band. It is characterized by a more open, colourful sound and improved playability.

The new Eb Cornet is also an 8000 series instrument and replaces the current YCR-6610ST. It too was developed with David King and has a warmer, yet more present tone, as well as a more comfortably balanced playing resistance than current model.

Yamaha standard cornets have been designed to incorporate many of the features and characteristics of our top pro models, yet at a standard model price. They offer a beautiful traditional cornet sound, and have highly accurate intonation and a comfortable playability.

Standard Model. The YCR-2610SII has a design based upon the popular 6610T and features a durable silver-plate finish.

The Yamaha YCR2330s has a shepherds crook style bell and features a thumb hook on the 1st valve slide.