B Footjoint

B Footjoint

B Footjoint The flute’s footjoint can be built to low C or B. The B foot reaches down to a low B, one half-step lower than the C footjoint. It has one more key and the length of the tube is extended by about one inch. The B footjoint also adds weight to the overall...
C# Trill Key

C# Trill Key

C# Trill Key The C# trill key is a lever activated by the first finger of the right hand to open a tone hole next to the thumb key. It simplifies many awkward trill and tremolo fingerings and has become a preferred feature among professional flutists. It is available...
Inline or Offset G Keys

Inline or Offset G Keys

Inline or Offset G Keys The G keys of a flute can be made inline or offset. There is no difference in the tone produced with inline or offset G keys, it is simply a matter of comfort and preference. Inline G keys are in a straight line with the rest of the keys on the...
Split E Mechanism

Split E Mechanism

Split E Mechanism The Split E mechanism is designed to make the high E more responsive. This mechanism physically splits the double G keys. When playing G, the keys behave as normal, closing both of the G keys. When fingering high E, the mechanism closes the lower of...