Yamaha YMP-203M Silver F Mellophone. Marching French Horn Silver Finish Intact

Description

Yamaha YMP-203M Silver F Mellophone. Silver Finish Intact & Void Of Normal Wear. There are small dents (shown in close-up photos) They are only noticeable close up. Also tiny surface abrasions only visible close up as to be expected, but not compromising the sterling silver finish. Valves are smooth, and it sounds fantastic, like a Yamaha should sound. I’ve been quoted 0 to have them removed. It does not come with a case, however one can be ordered for (shipping included) from here; https://reverb.com/item/38897352-olds-marching-mellophone-cases.
Yamaha Ymp203M Marching Mellophone In F And Lacquer
This Mellophone Offers A Newly Designed Bell Flare That Produces A Warm, Round Tone.
Newly Designed Bell Flare
Produces A Warm, Round Tone With Plenty Of Presence And The Ability To Hold Together At All Volumes.
2Nd Water Key
Easy Water Drainage.
1St Valve Tuning Slide Thumbhook
Greatly Aids Control Of Intonation.
Nickel Silver Inner And Outer Slides
The Use Of Nickel Silver Inner And Outer Slides Ensures Better Fit And Less Chance Of Corrosion Because Nickel-Silver Is Harder And More Durable Than Brass.
Honed Valves
The Precise Fit Between Valve Casings And Pistons After Honing Means No Air Leakage.
Pressure-Formed Tubing
Perfectly Rounded Tubing Results In Less Turbulence And A Smoother Air Flow, Thus Allowing For An Excellent Scale And Reduced Resistance.
Laser-Fused Pluzuma-Welded Slides
A High-Energy Laser Fuses The Brass Together For A Virtually Seamless Bell Which Allows Continuous, Even Vibrations.
Hand-Lapped Valves And Slides
Hand-Lapping Valves And Slides Ensures An Absolutely Perfect Fit And Seal Between The Valve Pistons And Casing Or Slide Parts. Such A Perfect Fit Helps To Achieve Smooth Air Flow And Smooth Action And Improve The Response And Intonation Of The Instrument.
Well Balanced
All Yamaha Marching Instruments Are Well-Balanced So They Are Easy To Hold While Marching.
Heavy Bracing
All Yamaha Marching Instruments Have Heavy Bracing Throughout So They Are More Durable At Vulnerable Points And Can Withstand Marching Band.