The Pinnacle of Professional Piccolo Craftsmanship
Prized for its enchantingly sweet, flute-like tone and rich resonance, the handmade Burkart Legacy piccolo represents the apex of American piccolo craftsmanship. Years of meticulous research, development, and refinement have culminated in an instrument that has set the industry standard for acoustics and stability. Burkart custom handcrafted piccolos produce a vibrant, expressive, and expansive sound, making them the preeminent choice for professional piccoloists worldwide. The foundation of the Burkart tradition lies in the proprietary construction of its instruments. In 2007, the Burkart Piccolo Scale underwent a revision, resulting in an even more accessible high register characterized by unparalleled intonation accuracy and a robust, resonant low register. The precise positioning of finger buttons, the placement of touchpieces, and the delicate balance of spring tension all contribute to the instrument’s unprecedented comfort and technical proficiency, empowering you to express your artistry with complete confidence.
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Wave headjoint included
The Burkart Wave headjoint carve features a profile with a slightly elevated blowing edge (front wall) and a lower back wall to form a comfortable chin rest. Renowned for its clean, yet harmonically rich sound, the Wave headjoint affords the player effortless control over dynamics, a focused low register, crisp articulation, and excellent projection.
Premium materials abound
Handcrafted from select African grenadilla, Burkart piccolos undergo a thorough aging process that imparts exceptional stability and longevity to each instrument. Burkart’s distinctive tone hole design generates a rich, dark, and resonant sound with remarkable ease. The keywork, ribs, and posts are meticulously crafted from solid sterling silver, ensuring a precision mechanism fit. To further enhance sonic depth, Burkart offers the option of 14-karat gold, which can be incorporated into the piccolo’s tenon, fittings, or mechanism. Burkart piccolos feature Straubinger pads, which harmonize with the Burkart scale, adding resonance and response across all registers. Meanwhile, cork pads are seated in the trills, thumb keys, and G# key to absorb moisture and maintain reliable performance in various climatic conditions.
Burkart: peerless professional flutes and piccolos
The Burkart name is globally recognized for unwavering quality, captivating sound, and unparalleled design. Comprising skilled artisans and accomplished flutists, the Burkart team strives to craft instruments that elevate musicians to their fullest potential, enabling them to transcend boundaries and produce a soulful and distinctive sound. While Burkart has emerged as a major player within the professional flute and piccolo scene in the 21st century, it retains the ethos of a small artisan shop with an unwavering commitment to handmade excellence. Ever responsive to the flute community’s need for advancements, Burkart has created innovative designs that incorporate new materials and even the precision tools with which to craft them. Burkart flutes and piccolos exemplify the company motto, “Precision that plays.” Under the guidance of company co-founder Lillian Burkart, each instrument is meticulously crafted and play tested before it is entrusted to you, its final owner. Acquiring a Burkart flute or piccolo marks the beginning of a lifelong journey filled with musical fulfillment. At Sweetwater, we’re thrilled to offer you Burkart’s distinguished lineup of peerless professional instruments.
Burkart Legacy Piccolo Features:
- Professional-class piccolo
- Handcrafted from aged African grenadilla
- Hand-cut body and Wave headjoint
- Solid sterling silver keywork, ribs, and posts
- Silver-plated mechanism, tenon, and end rings
- Burkart Scale; Straubinger pads
- Split-E mechanism
- Cork trill, thumb key, and G# key pads
- Handmade in the US
- Includes case, leather case cover, and flag
