{"product_id":"yamaha-ych6118-1-5-octave-chimes","title":"Yamaha YCH6118 1.5 Octave Chimes","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha YCH6118 Chimes – 1.5 Octaves with 31.8mm Brass Tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yamaha YCH6118 is a 1.5 octave chime set designed for schools, colleges, universities, orchestras, theatres, music services and percussion departments that need proper orchestral chimes in a slightly smaller and more manageable format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a C52–F69 range, 31.8mm brass tubes, clear lacquer coating and Yamaha’s improved head cap and damper design. Compared with the larger YCH7118, the YCH6118 uses smaller diameter tubes and has a playing position around 10cm lower, making it especially useful for younger players or players of smaller stature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a serious chime instrument, but with a more accessible playing height and compact feel than Yamaha’s larger professional model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does It Actually Sound Like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe YCH6118 has a clear, rich and resonant chime sound with long sustain and strong pitch definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 31.8mm brass tubes give a bright, musical tone with plenty of carrying power, while the clear lacquer finish helps protect the tubes without taking away the classic chime character. The sound is full enough for orchestral and theatre use, but the smaller tube diameter gives it a slightly more controlled and manageable response than larger chime sets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe improved head cap design helps produce a richer fundamental tone and a wider sweet spot, making it easier for players to get a good sound consistently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Yamaha YCH6118?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe YCH6118 is a good choice when you need proper Yamaha chimes, but want a model that is easier for a wider range of players to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lower playing position makes it more comfortable for younger players and smaller adults, which is a real advantage in schools, colleges and music service use. The C52–F69 range covers the standard 1.5 octave chime setup used in a lot of orchestral, wind band, theatre and percussion ensemble writing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha has also improved the damper system. The damper movement is designed to work with the front-to-back motion of the tubes when struck, making it easier to stop the long sustain at the right musical moment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 octave Yamaha chime set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC52–F69 range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31.8mm brass chime tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear lacquer tube finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA442Hz pitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower playing position than Yamaha YCH7118\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for players of smaller stature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead cap design for richer fundamental tone and longer sustain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver coloured head caps for easy visual reference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved damper rod clamp system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamper pedal function for controlling sustain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamper movement aligned with tube motion for improved response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for schools, colleges, orchestras, theatres and percussion departments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust cover included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo YCHM38P chime hammers included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYCH6118\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChimes \/ Tubular Bells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 octaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC52–F69\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTube Material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTube Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear lacquer coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTube Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31.8mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePitch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA442Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDamper System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePedal-operated damper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHead Caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver coloured head caps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e71cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e166cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust cover, YCHM38P chime hammers x 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSchools, colleges, universities, orchestras, theatres and percussion departments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamaha YCH6118 Chimes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChime stand and frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eC52–F69 chime tubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYCHM38P chime hammer x 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Yamaha YCH6118 is ideal for schools, colleges, universities, orchestras, theatres, brass bands, wind bands and percussion departments that need a proper set of chimes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is especially useful in education settings because the playing position is lower than the larger YCH7118, making it more comfortable for younger players and smaller adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a music department, it gives students access to real orchestral chimes without jumping straight to the largest professional model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Sure If This Is the Right Chime Set?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are comparing the Yamaha YCH6118 and YCH7118, the main differences are tube size, playing height and overall scale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe YCH6118 uses smaller 31.8mm tubes and has a lower playing position, making it a good choice for schools, colleges and players who need a slightly more manageable chime setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe YCH7118 is the larger professional model with bigger 38.1mm tubes and a taller frame, giving a larger orchestral sound and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are buying for a school, music service, orchestra or percussion department and are not sure which Yamaha chime set is best, get in touch and we can help you choose the right setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default 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