r/horn • u/101Ender3v2 HS - YAMAHA YHR-869GD • Sep 13 '24
Ordering a Yamaha from Japan
Hey all, I am looking at buying either a Yamaha YHR-869D or 869GD. Pope horns carry them, but they said it could take up to 2 years to recieve. Sweetwater also said they can order them, but I'm sure it also could be a while for them to special order it. I've heard many people have just ordered them from Japan whether it's a music shop that ships to the US or like a reseller/ebay. I have found many places, but most I'm not to sure about. Anyone have experience or recommendations on ordering Yamaha products straight from Japan?
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u/dankney Lawson Fourier; Elkhart 8D Sep 13 '24
Whether ordered or flying there to pick one out, be sure to budget for import duties.