Schilke 1041 FLC-L Bb Flugelhorn - Copper Bell & Lacquer Finish | Piano Gallery, Idaho Falls
The Schilke 1041 FLC-L Bb Flugelhorn delivers the truly lush, warm sound that has made Schilke the choice of professional jazz and classical musicians worldwide. Featuring a one-piece hand-hammered pure copper bell with lacquer finish, this professional flugelhorn produces rich overtones and exceptional warmth that defines the classic flugelhorn sound. Perfect for jazz soloists, brass quintet performers, and orchestral musicians who demand the ultimate in tonal beauty and projection.
Product Overview
The FLC-L showcases Schilke's legendary craftsmanship with its one-piece hand-hammered pure copper bell construction, creating the lush, overtone-rich sound that copper bells are renowned for. The 5.875" bell diameter with specialized flugel bell taper provides optimal acoustic properties for the warm, mellow tone that distinguishes flugelhorn from trumpet, while maintaining excellent projection for both solo and ensemble performance.
Professional engineering includes the .406" small bore design that contributes to the instrument's characteristic resistance and focuses the warm copper bell sound. The lacquer finish preserves the copper's acoustic properties while providing protection and enhancing the instrument's elegant appearance. Advanced intonation control is provided by the 3rd slide trigger, essential for accurate tuning in the flugelhorn's unique harmonic series.
Schilke's commitment to versatility shines through in the dual leadpipe system, with both small taper (ST) and large taper (LT) leadpipes included standard. This allows players to optimize their setup for different mouthpiece configurations and playing styles, whether performing intimate jazz ballads or projecting over a full orchestra in classical repertoire.
Ideal For
- Jazz musicians seeking the warm, mellow tone essential for ballad work and lead flugelhorn parts
- Professional brass quintet performers requiring superior intonation and blend capabilities
- Orchestral musicians performing works by Ravel, Respighi, and other composers featuring flugelhorn
- Recording artists demanding the rich, overtone-laden sound that defines studio flugelhorn work
- Advanced students developing flugelhorn technique alongside their trumpet studies
Key Features
Pure Copper Bell Construction
The one-piece hand-hammered pure copper bell creates the signature lush, warm sound full of rich overtones that defines professional flugelhorn performance, providing exceptional depth and resonance unavailable with brass bells.
Dual Leadpipe System
Includes both small taper (ST) and large taper (LT) leadpipes standard, allowing optimization for different mouthpiece configurations and playing styles, with custom French taper leadpipes available by special order for ultimate versatility.
Professional Bore Design
The .406" small bore provides the perfect resistance characteristics for flugelhorn technique, focusing the warm copper bell sound while maintaining the controlled airflow essential for expressive musical phrasing.
Specialized Bell Geometry
The 5.875" bell diameter with flugel bell taper creates optimal acoustic properties for the characteristic warm, mellow flugelhorn sound while providing sufficient projection for solo and ensemble performance.
Advanced Intonation Control
Features 3rd slide trigger for precise tuning adjustments essential for accurate intonation in the flugelhorn's unique harmonic series, critical for professional ensemble playing and solo performance.
What's Included
- Schilke 1041 FLC-L Bb Flugelhorn with lacquer finish
- Small taper (ST) leadpipe
- Large taper (LT) leadpipe
- Professional carrying case
- Free standard shipping
- Full manufacturer warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | 1041 FLC-L |
| Key | Bb |
| Bore Size | .406" small bore |
| Bell | 5.875" one-piece hand-hammered pure copper |
| Bell Construction | Soldered bead with flugel bell taper |
| Finish | Lacquer over copper bell |
| Leadpipes | 2 included (Small Taper & Large Taper) |
| Intonation Features | 3rd slide trigger |
| Sound Character | Lush, warm, overtone-rich |
| Level | Professional |
| Construction | Hand-hammered copper bell with precision valve work |
| Optional Accessories | French taper leadpipe (special order) |
Experience This Professional Flugelhorn Today
Visit Piano Gallery in Idaho Falls to experience the exceptional warmth and projection of the Schilke 1041 FLC-L Bb Flugelhorn. The pure copper bell construction and professional craftsmanship deliver the lush, overtone-rich sound that has made Schilke the choice of jazz legends and classical professionals worldwide. Contact us today to schedule your in-store trial and discover why Schilke flugelhorns are considered among the finest in the world.
