--- product_id: 50349027 title: "YRA-312B Recorder - Alto baroque fingering, simulated rosewood with white trim" brand: "yamaha" price: "$75.56" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Yamaha" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/50349027-yra-312b-recorder-alto-baroque-fingering-simulated-rosewood-with-white store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Rich, mellow tone Arched wind tunnel for breath control Durable ABS plastic YRA-312B Recorder - Alto baroque fingering, simulated rosewood with white trim **Brand:** yamaha **Price:** $75.56 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate your music game with Yamaha’s sleek, pro-grade alto recorder! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** YRA-312B Recorder - Alto baroque fingering, simulated rosewood with white trim by yamaha - **How much does it cost?** $75.56 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50349027-yra-312b-recorder-alto-baroque-fingering-simulated-rosewood-with-white) ## Best For - yamaha enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted yamaha brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Crafted from strong, maintenance-free ABS resin for durability and hassle-free play. - • **Compact & Comfortable:** Lightweight (272g) with a matte finish for a secure, slip-free grip during long sessions. - • **Elegant Baroque Style:** Simulated rosewood finish with white trim delivers a sophisticated, professional look. - • **Pro-Level Sound Quality:** Experience a warm, rich body of sound that rivals wooden recorders. - • **Precision Breath Control:** Arched wind tunnel design offers advanced players superior control and clarity. ## Overview The Yamaha YRA-312B is a three-piece alto recorder in F major, featuring a durable ABS plastic body with a simulated rosewood finish. Designed for advanced players, it offers a rich, mellow tone and enhanced breath control via an arched wind tunnel. Lightweight and comfortable, it combines professional sound quality with low maintenance, making it a top choice for serious musicians seeking reliability and style. ## Description The 300 series recorder deliver a rich body of sound, while providing the convenience of durable, maintenance-free ABS resin. Because of the range of their tonal expression and their super playability, these recorders are fully competitive with more expensive wooden models. The 300 series recorders, which feature an arched windway for improved breath control and clear focused tone, are for more advanced players. Review: Great plastic recorder with a gorgeous sound - I bought this as a back-up to my mollenhauer prima alto recorder (which has a plastic head joint and wooden body although, not as sensitive as a completely wooden recorder it can still be sensitive to heat). Positives - sound: warm and mellow with the Yamaha slightly quieter in comparison on the lowest notes than my other alto but, really hardly noticeable. - nicely in tune - attractive appearance (photographs on the listing are accurate) - comfortable to hold (matt finish means that it doesn't slip out of your hands) - nicely packaged - well made and feels robust Negative - clogs quickly - this was really frustrating to begin with however, I have become much more used to this. Warming the head joint and sucking out the moisture does help. As it no longer bothers me I haven't knocked a star off for this. Overall well worth the price. Review: Great little recorder - Lovely wood texture and colour. Rich sound - looking forward to playing. ## Features - Three-piece alto recorder in the key of F major - Made from strong and durable ABS plastic - Arched wind tunnel gives experienced players more control ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001UO3MQY | | Best Sellers Rank | 43,718 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 137 in Recorders (Musical Instruments & DJ) | | Brand | Yamaha | | Brand Name | Yamaha | | Colour | Rosewood | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 632 Reviews | | Finish Type | Powder Coated | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00086792507835, 04957812319782 | | Included Components | fingering chart | | Instrument Key | F Major | | Instrument key | F Major | | Item Dimensions | 27.9 x 5.1 x 7.6 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Recorder | | Item Weight | 272 g | | Item weight | 272 g | | Manufacturer | yamaha | | Manufacturer Part Number | YRA-312B | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | BYRA312BIII | | Model Number | YRA-312B | | Number of Items | 1 | | Style | Baroque | | UPC | 086792507835 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Yamaha - **Colour:** Rosewood - **Instrument key:** F Major - **Material:** Plastic - **Style:** Baroque ## Images ![YRA-312B Recorder - Alto baroque fingering, simulated rosewood with white trim - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Y5FMM9MrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Which is the most useful key to get an alto recorder in?** A: The other answers are incorrect. There are indeed altos made in different keys. Your choices are F and G, both either in A-440 or A-415. Plastic alto recorders are only made in F at A-440. There is set to be released, however, an A-415 plastic alto by Zen-on later this year. **Q: What's the difference between the YRA-302B and the YRA-312B?** A: Hi! They are both exactly the SAME DESIGN - the only difference being the finish in the 312B sporting a synthetic woodgrain look (either the walnut or other 314B). Interesting enough, although the difference is by having just a layer of something wrapped or sealed into the resin, it's widespread knowledge that somehow the 312B and 314B with the synthetic woodgrain finish ACTUALLY sound better.I forget what the material is made of but if you touch a 302 and a 312/314, you will feel that the latter is cooler to the touch AKIN some metal low conductivity metal. But do not quote me on this. **Q: What is the difference between this 312 and the 314 model?** A: I don't know if there is any difference from a musical standpoint. The finish is different (312 is a rosewood finish and 314 is an ebony finish). Other than that, I believe they are the same.However, I will say that they Yamaha alto recorder gives a nice sound. **Q: Just purchased the Alto Recorder. Are the holes suppose to be perfectly aligned on the recorder? Getting a strong whistle with "C"** A: I use the alto head on a concert flute body to give me the richer tone of the recorder and the versatility of the flutes keys. RecorderFlute? ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great plastic recorder with a gorgeous sound *by R***E on 3 April 2022* I bought this as a back-up to my mollenhauer prima alto recorder (which has a plastic head joint and wooden body although, not as sensitive as a completely wooden recorder it can still be sensitive to heat). Positives - sound: warm and mellow with the Yamaha slightly quieter in comparison on the lowest notes than my other alto but, really hardly noticeable. - nicely in tune - attractive appearance (photographs on the listing are accurate) - comfortable to hold (matt finish means that it doesn't slip out of your hands) - nicely packaged - well made and feels robust Negative - clogs quickly - this was really frustrating to begin with however, I have become much more used to this. Warming the head joint and sucking out the moisture does help. As it no longer bothers me I haven't knocked a star off for this. Overall well worth the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little recorder *by H***H on 18 July 2024* Lovely wood texture and colour. Rich sound - looking forward to playing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love it *by P***M on 12 January 2025* I really like this - it has a nice tone. Not being an expert I can't comment further. I like the wood effect. ## Frequently Bought Together - Yamaha YRA-312B Alto Recorder, simulated Rosewood finish, Key of F - SP2318 - The Sweet Pipes Recorder Book - Alto - Book 1 - The Recorder Guide: An Instruction Method for Soprano and Alto Recorder, Including Folk Melodies from Around the World --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/50349027-yra-312b-recorder-alto-baroque-fingering-simulated-rosewood-with-white](https://www.desertcart.us/products/50349027-yra-312b-recorder-alto-baroque-fingering-simulated-rosewood-with-white) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-11-06*