Features w/U-Shaped Headjoint (Sterling Silver Lipplate) French Style Case and Cover included Description Product Description he Pearl Alto flute is a truly monumental instrument, as it is the only Alto flute on the market to have our world renowned Pinless mechanism and One-Piece Core-Bar construction. In addition, the hand position is extremely comfortable and the head joint is responsive with excellent projection. The exceptionally efficient and dependable mechanism is complimented by Pearl's devotion to exact intonation, wide dynamic spectrum and tonal flexibility.