The Artista is the new professional Oboe from Patricola. Designed specifically with sound in mind the Artista offers excellent volume not only in the lower register but in the high register as well. A new design of the 1st and 3rd octive key ensures easier passage for the player. Made of high quality Grenadilla which has been seasoned for 15-20 years for maximum instrument performance. Cork pads from Portugal ensure a tight seal while silver plating on the keys and mechanism ensure a long lasting look and feel. The mechanism is designed for player comfort and ensure smooth quiet key movement.
Specifications:
Silver-plated keys
Double F key (left hand F) and double low C key
3rd octave key
Forked F resonance key,
Low C to C# and low B to C# trill keys
C to Eb trill
C to E trill ring
Ab-Bb trill key
G#-A trill key
Independent connection from low B to low C.
A Deluxe hard case with cover.
Gold keys are an option and available as a special order only. Please contact us if you are intrested in the gold key option for your Artista Oboe.