Pearl Flute DOUBLE BASS FLUTE PFC905
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Pearl Flute
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A New Depth in the Pearl Range
With the PFC905, Pearl completes its flute range by offering a contrabass flute in an impressive format, yet designed to remain responsive and manageable on a daily basis. In a flute ensemble (choir, flute orchestra, stage group), this type of instrument plays a key role: it structures the low spectrum, supports bass lines, and provides a foundation that higher-pitched models cannot replicate. The brand follows a coherent range logic here: offering an extreme register instrument without sacrificing playing consistency or finishing quality.
For Which Musicians and Contexts?
The Pearl PFC905 is primarily aimed at advanced flutists, flute orchestra musicians, conservatories, and ensembles seeking a true contrabass voice rather than just a color. It is particularly suitable for classical and contemporary repertoires, ensemble music, new compositions, as well as certain cinematic or modern arrangement contexts where an organic low foundation is desired. Its design emphasizes sound stability and sustain, two essential points for playing in tune and steady in very low registers.
Sound and Design
The silver-plated brass body promotes solid projection and a very present resonance, with a broad and rich low register. The C footjoint and key of C maintain a fingering logic familiar to flutists while allowing the instrument to descend to an impressive range. The silver-plated nickel silver mechanism, combined with solid keys, aims for a clear attack and better control of slow or sustained fingerings, common in contrabass parts. The double bladder pads contribute to airtightness and consistent sound production, a particularly crucial point with large air volumes. For handling, the adjustable spike helps stabilize posture and distribute weight, allowing longer playing with greater comfort.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Each instrument comes with a rolling transport case in backpack format, equipped with a retractable handle : a practical solution to secure the instrument during travel and simplify handling, essential for a flute of this size.
Technical specifications
| Category | Flute |
| Tone | C |
| Hole | Hollow |
| Mecanics | Silver-plated German silver |
| Body material | Silver-plated brass |
| Pad | Balloon |
| Head | Grenadilla |
| Lip Plate | Grenadilla |
| Foot | B |
| Color | Grey |
| Finishing | Silver |
| Key | C |
| Footjoint | C |
| Headjoint | silver-plated brass |
| Mechanism | silver-plated nickel silver |
| Inline keys | No |
| Keys | solid |
| Additional specs | pointed keywork |
| Pads | double bladder |
| Key touches | wood finish |
| Embouchure plate | brass |
| Included accessories | rolling case |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Pearl PFC905 suitable for a flute orchestra?
This bass flute in C provides a foundation in the lower register for flute choirs and orchestras. It is intended for advanced flutists, conservatories, and ensembles performing classical or contemporary repertoire.
What materials are the body and head made of?
The body and headjoint are made of silver-plated brass, while the lip plate is brass. The mechanism is crafted from silver-plated nickel silver with a silver finish.
Does the Pearl PFC905 bass flute have an adjustable spike?
An adjustable spike allows the instrument to be stabilized and its weight to be distributed during playing.
What type of keys and pads are fitted on this flute?
The keys have closed-hole (plateau) design with pointed key arms and no inline mechanism. Double bladder pads are used to ensure the airtightness needed for sound production in the low register.
What case is provided with the bass flute?
The instrument comes with a rolling case in backpack style. A retractable handle facilitates transport and handling of this large instrument. The case is designed specifically for carrying the flute.
