Pearl PFP-105E Student Piccolo

Description

The First Grenaditte Piccolo for Unmatched quality and Value in Any Climate

Our remarkable Piccolo PFP-105 was the culmination of years of exploration and research into the creation of a truly revolutionary material – Grenaditte. Precise pitch, an exquisite tone, and a spacious dynamic range are all to be found within this truly innovative instrument. Grenaditte echoes all the positive qualities of wood in appearance, weight, density, and feel. Unlike wood, Grenaditte is impervious to shock, temperature, and moisture fluctuation. Since its launch in 2006, esteemed professional players and music industry experts the world over have greeted the Pearl Piccolo as a phenomenon.

In 2010 the PFP-165 was launched featuring a natural Granadilla wood headjoint, and high quality synthetic pads (which are now also available on the 105 model) gaining Pearl the enviable position of straddling the student, intermediate and professional piccolo market. As with the entire Pearl Flute range, the PFP-105 and PFP-165 are manufactured with our world-renowned Pinless Mechanism and are the only piccolos on the market to feature this innovation.

Key Features

• Material: The PFP-105E features a Grenaditte composite body and headjoint. Grenaditte is a proprietary material developed by Pearl that mimics the tonal qualities and feel of wood while being impervious to temperature and humidity fluctuations, making it ideal for outdoor performances.
• Headjoint Styles: Available with either a traditional or high-wave (bulb) style headjoint, the latter offering enhanced tonal richness and projection.
• Mechanism: Equipped with silver-plated keys and Pearl’s patented pinless mechanism, which reduces maintenance needs and enhances durability.
• Split-E Mechanism: Includes a split-E mechanism to facilitate easier articulation of the high E note, a common challenge on piccolos.
• Accessories: Comes with a French-style case, fleece-lined case cover, cleaning rod, and cork grease.

Performance & Playability

• Tone Quality: The PFP-105E is praised for its rich, dark sound that requires minimal effort to produce, even in the upper register.
• Intonation: Known for stable tuning across its range, the piccolo offers precise pitch and a full-rounded sound, making it suitable for various musical settings.​
• Durability: The Grenaditte material ensures the instrument remains unaffected by environmental factors, providing consistent performance in diverse conditions.​

Summary

The Pearl PFP-105E Piccolo offers a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern materials, making it a reliable choice for intermediate players seeking a durable and high-quality instrument. Its stable intonation, rich tone, and resistance to environmental factors make it suitable for both concert and outdoor performances.

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