Pearl Flute ELEGANTE PRIMO EP925R FORTE HEADJOINT - B Stock

B-Stock Product: damaged case, dent with raised area and a very slight dent-removal mark on the top of the body. Only one example available.

A handcrafted Japanese flute embodying Pearl's expertise

With the Elegante Primo EP925R-F, Pearl Flute offers a C flute that represents a genuine step up for musicians drawn to the response and noble character of hand-crafted sterling silver. This model is part of the brand's Japanese manufacturing tradition, renowned for the consistency of its finishes, the precision of its assembly and the durability of its mechanisms.

The Elegante Primo series was designed to introduce players to a refined, supple and luminous sound, without sacrificing tonal density. Pearl relies here on handcrafted manufacturing carried out in Japan, continuing the expertise passed down within the Chiba factory. This exacting approach can be felt both in the quality of the materials and in the instrument's musical response.

An ideal flute for demanding flutists progressing and refining their skills

This flute is primarily intended for advanced intermediate to advanced musicians who wish to reach a new level in terms of sound and mechanics. It is particularly well suited to conservatory students, highly committed amateurs and flutists looking to refine their skills with an expressive, stable instrument that offers rewarding acoustic qualities.

Its profile naturally lends itself to the classical repertoire, chamber music, concert band and ensemble playing. Thanks to its clear response and rich tonal palette, it can also appeal to instrumentalists who enjoy working on nuance, color and projection in more varied settings. The closed-hole keys, in other words, closed keys, also provide reassuring handling and immediate control of the air column.

An elegant tone, controlled projection and mechanics designed to last

The Forte headjoint is one of the major strengths of this version. Developed to offer greater resonance, it produces a darker, more centered tone, with a beautiful presence in the middle register and a broad harmonic spectrum across the entire range. The air stream settles naturally, encouraging a natural response, clear articulation and well-controlled projection without harshness.

The body, headjoint and embouchure plate in 925 sterling silver contribute to this sense of sonic refinement. Here, silver brings transparency, flexibility and controlled brilliance, while retaining enough substance to support nuances and attacks. The C foot favors a light, responsive overall balance, appreciated for its liveliness in the high register and its fluidity in everyday playing.

Pearl has also taken great care with the mechanism, featuring an in-line key system, silver-plated nickel-silver mechanisms and Pisoni pads, renowned for their reliability. An in-line key system means that certain keys are aligned along the same axis, a configuration sought after for its sense of precision under the fingers. The One-Piece Core-Bar and Pinless Construction innovations further enhance the overall reliability: the former stabilizes the key posts, while the latter eliminates traditional external hinge pins to reduce wear, snagging and oxidation-related issues.

Recommended compatible accessories

This C flute can safely be complemented with maintenance accessories designed for this type of instrument, such as a microfiber cloth for silver, a textile cleaning rod for internal drying and a flute stand. As the case, cover and cleaning swab are already included, everything essential is provided to protect the instrument as soon as it is received.

Technical specifications

Category	Flute	Head	14k Gold plating
Tone	C	Lip Plate	Ziricote
Inline keywork	Yes	Foot	B
Hole	Ringkey	Included accessories	Case + Cover + Swab - Maintenance
Mecanics	Silver-plated German silver	Color	Grey
Body material	Sterling silver 925‰	Finishing	Silver
Pad	Balloon

Key	C	Headjoint	925 sterling silver
Body	925 sterling silver	Headjoint type	Forte
Craftsmanship	handmade in Japan	Embouchure plate	925 sterling silver
Footjoint	C	Headjoint design	strong resonance, dark and focused tone
Inline keys	yes	Positioning	handcrafted flute with high finishing standards
Keywork	silver-plated nickel silver	Recommended use	conservatory, chamber music, orchestra, advanced playing
Pads	Pisoni	Stock B condition	damaged case, dent with raised area, very slight dent-removal mark on the upper body
System	One-Piece Core-Bar	Availability	one product only
Construction	Pinless