Pearl Flute CD958RB Cantabile + B foot (Keywork Hollow In-line)

An Anniversary Cantabile: Pearl's Tribute to 50 Years of Flutes

With this Cantabile Anniversary Edition, Pearl celebrates half a century of expertise dedicated to the transverse flute. The model embodies a resolutely "workshop" approach: meticulous manufacturing, demanding material choices, and finishing thought out down to the smallest details. The stylized tenon, the engraving, and specific craftsmanship give this flute a true identity, straddling the line between concert instrument and collector's piece, without ever sacrificing the functionality expected by discerning flutists.

For Which Flutists and Repertoires?

This transverse flute is primarily aimed at advanced and professional musicians (as well as conservatory students in their final cycle) seeking precise response, reliable mechanics, and an instrument capable of supporting in-depth work on tone color and dynamics. In the key of C and equipped with a B footjoint, it is perfectly suited to the classical repertoire (sonata, concerto, chamber music, orchestra), while offering the projection and flexibility needed for more varied contexts (contemporary music, studio work, arrangements, etc.).

Sound, Projection, and Design: A Balance Between Presence and Fineness

The choice of a 958 sterling silver body contributes to a rich sonic signature, with a sense of density in the timbre and excellent control of nuances. The drawn tone holes promote consistent pad seating and contribute to intonation as well as homogeneity across registers, an essential factor for smooth legato passages and controlled pianissimos.
The flute features a inline key mechanism and open-hole keys, a configuration appreciated for work on tone production, articulation, and finger precision, especially in fast passages and fingering adjustments. The pointed key arms enhance the feeling of rigidity and transmission, while the Pearl Pinless and One-Piece Core-Bar technologies provide a silent, fluid, and reliable mechanism over time, even under intensive use.
The Forte headjoint (additional specification) is designed to support stable tone production and controlled projection, with a response that remains comfortable in both strong dynamics and delicate nuances. Aesthetically, the stylized engraving on the outer tenon and the parabolic headjoint button plated in rose gold emphasize the anniversary character without resorting to gratuitous ornamentation: a premium finish serving an instrument that embraces its status.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To complement the provided case, cover, and cleaning rod, you may consider a standard-sized flute stand, pad cleaning papers (to limit moisture on open-hole keys), and cork grease if your maintenance routine includes caring for the headjoint/tenon corks.

Technical specifications

Category	Flute	Head	Sterling silver 958‰
Tone	C	Lip Plate	Sterling silver 958‰
Inline keywork	Yes	Foot	B
Hole	Ringkey	Included accessories	Case + Cover + Swab - Maintenance
Mecanics	Sterling silver 925‰	Color	Grey
Body material	Sterling silver 958‰	Finishing	Silver
Pad	Balloon

Key	C	Keys	Open-hole
Tone holes	Drawn tone holes	Mechanical technologies	Pearl Pinless
Footjoint	B	Headjoint	970 sterling silver
Inline keys	Yes	Additional specs	Forte headjoint
Mechanisms	925 sterling silver	Pad type	Double bladder
Pointed key arms	Yes