Yamaha Alto Recorders

Alto recorders produce a rich, warm sound that's perfect as a solo instrument or with an ensemble.

Start with great sound

Yamaha has been building musical instruments for more than 130 years, so we know what it takes to make a great sound. Our alto recorders produce a classic tone that's pure and in tune across the whole instrument.

Models for every player

Whether you're experienced or a beginner, there's a model for you. The YRA-28B is intended for beginners with a design that makes it easy to produce a sound. The 300 and 400 series models give advanced players more control over their tone.

Durable and safe

Yamaha plastic recorders are built to last for years of reliable use. All models are BPA-free and meet strict international safety standards. They can even be washed with regular soap and water, so keeping them clean is easy.

Choose your finish

Want the durability of plastic but the look of wood? The YRA-312B and YRA-314B have simulated wood-grain exteriors that look remarkably like real rosewood or ebony. For something different, the YRA-402B has a unique goldenrod color that really stands out.

What's in a Windway?

The windway is the opening at the top of a recorder that you blow into. The shape of this opening is very important to the way the recorder plays and feels. Yamaha offers two different styles:

• A straight windway is easy to play with very light air, and produces a soft and pure tone. This is typically preferred for beginners, and is found on the YRA-28B.
• An arched windway gives more blowing resistance than a straight windway. This added resistance gives more experienced players better breath control which allows greater tonal expression and projection. Yamaha 300 and 400 series alto recorders use arched windways.