This flute is crafted from the finest nickel silver key stock and tubing and from precision-drawn sterling silver tubing. In addition, these protruding needles can snag clothing and give easy entry to perspiration and body acids that cause corrosion and binding keys. Pearl's unique pinless construction eliminates these problems with additional bridge mechanisms that add strength to the entire mechanism and with socket-head screws that are inserted from the underside of the key work, preventing the entry of perspiration into the mechanism. The result is a more reliable mechanism that feels better and is easier to keep in adjustment and to service. This flute's keys are Open Hole.
All professional flutes are open hole.
Open hole keys give the flutist more control while playing. This flute also comes with plugs that are used for the open hole keys. The flute is then used just like a closed hole flute, making it easier for beginner to learn. As the flute student masters the playing skill, the plugs can be easily removed. The flute is then a open hole flute, allowing more flexibility and greater control over the flute.