The Commercial model had a long 60-year production history and is still a prized possession of many flutists today. Powell published his very first brochure, offering flutists the choice of two models of sterling silver flutes - the Handmade (with soldered tone holes) and the Commercial (with drawn tone holes).
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Powell Heavy Wall Handmade Conservatory Flute Handmade Custom has a curved ring at the bottom of the bodyĪnother view showing both headjoint rings on the Handmade Custom. Ĭlose-up on the Signature ring and text under logo. To learn more about the Powell Signature and Handmade Custom piccolos, visit. Powell Flutes" and "Boston," but the Signature model has "Signature" added directly under "Verne Q. Also, looking at the logo at the top of the body, you'll notice that both have the words, "Verne Q. On the Handmade Custom, the ring at the bottom of the body is curved, and the rings on the headjoint are flat (but without an edge like the Signature's headjoint rings). The Signature rings have a flat style with a slightly elevated edge. However, the styles of these rings differ. Both the Signature and Handmade Custom piccolos have rings on the bottom of the body, bottom of the headjoint, and top of the headjoint (below the crown). However, as you look closer, you'll notice that there are two slight differences on the outside: the rings, and the text under the logo. One additional feature of the Handmade Custom piccolo is that the tone holes are reinforced with phenolic inserts.Īt first glance, it may be difficult to distinguish the two models - especially if you are looking at the Signature and the grenadilla Handmade Custom with silver mechanism. The standard headjoint for both the Signature and Handmade Custom piccolos is the Classic style, but there are additional options: the Wave (for the Signature and Handmade Custom) and the Profiled (for Handmade Custom). Both the Signature and Handmade Custom piccolos are made with 10k white gold springs, feature the Modern Powell scale, and have the option of a split-E. The Signature piccolo is pitched at A-442, and the Handmade Custom piccolo has pitch options of A-440, A-442, or A-444. The Handmade Custom piccolo is available in either grenadilla (with a sterling silver or 14k rose gold mechanism) or kingwood (with a 14k rose gold mechanism). In terms of materials, the Signature piccolo is available in grenadilla wood with a sterling silver mechanism. In Kingwood (left) and Grenadilla (right) We thought we would take a look at the two to find out more about their features and options. Thinking about purchasing a Powell piccolo? Wondering what models are available? Powell currently offers two models, the Signature and the Handmade Custom. Powell Signature Flute and Signature Piccolo
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To view more information, download the full Powell brochure at. The chart below (click it to enlarge) lists materials, options, and customizations for Powell's Handmade Custom flutes. engraving, 10k or 14k tone holes, and a 14k "package' of 14k tone holes, posts, and rings.
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Further customizations include the option of a C# trill, D# roller, split-E, and G-disc. Metal flutes may be ordered with either a pinned or pinless mechchanism. Whereas soldered tone holes are available on all metal flutes, drawn tone holes are also an option for silver flutes and most gold flutes (with the exception of 14k white gold).Įach Handmade Custom flute is also made with your preference for key cups (French or American), G keys (offset or inline), pitch (A-440, 442, or 444), and footjoint, (B foot with or without gizmo, or C foot). In addition to the body choices, you also have different options for the mechanism material on flutes with 10k, 14k, 19.5k, platinum, and grenadilla bodies. Today's choices go well beyond silver and gold to include grenadilla wood and eight different metals. If you are thinking about purchasing a Powell Handmade Custom flute, there are several options and material choices that truly customize the instrument to your preferences.