Pearl Flutes MD997 RBE Maesta Handmade

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Pearl Flutes MD997 RBE Maesta Handmade

Pearl Flutes

MD997 RBE Maesta Handmade

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 564484
Model: MD997 RBE Maesta Handmade
Price: $8,523.90

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The Pearl MD997 RBE Maesta is a seriously refined instrument. The .997 silver gives it a richness and warmth that’s immediately noticeable – it's a step up from standard silver flutes. This is a great choice for the advanced student or professional seeking a focused, responsive, and beautifully crafted flute.

Product Description

  • Pearl Flutes MD997 RBE Maesta Handmade
  • Transverse Flute
  • Maesta series
  • Headjoint
  • body and foot in .997 silver
  • Machine head in .925 silver
  • E-key system
  • Ring keys
  • Drawn tone hole chimneys
  • B-foot
  • Incl. case and accessories
  • Handmade in Japan
PROS
  • • Exceptional .997 silver alloy delivers a warm, resonant, and focused tone.
  • • Hand-drawn tone hole chimneys contribute to improved intonation and response.
  • • The E-key system provides comfortable and efficient fingerings for advanced players.
  • • Maesta series headjoint offers a uniquely responsive and expressive playing experience.
CONS
  • • The .997 silver construction results in a noticeably heavier instrument.
  • • The premium-priced nature makes it inaccessible for many student or intermediate players.
  • • While versatile, the B-foot might limit some extended range techniques for specialist players.

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Key Features

Material .997 Silver (Headjoint, Body, Foot), .925 Silver (Headjoint Mechanism)
Headjoint Maesta Series, hand-crafted for enhanced responsiveness and projection.
Key Mechanism E-key System, featuring ring keys for improved accuracy and feel.
Foot Joint B-foot, standard for professional flutes, offering extended low range.
Finish Highly polished silver, designed for durability and aesthetic appeal.
Weight Approximately 1 lb 12 oz (567 grams) – typical for a .997 silver flute.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Maesta headjoint utilizes a more complex internal bore design and tighter tolerances, resulting in a more nuanced and responsive tone with greater dynamic range.
Yes, like all silver, it will tarnish over time, requiring regular cleaning and polishing to maintain its appearance and tone.
The E-key allows for easier and more comfortable transitions between notes, particularly in faster, more technically demanding passages, reducing finger fatigue.

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