Selmer SPC301 Student Piccolo with Grenadite Headjoint
- Grenadite headjoint, hand-cut
- ABS resin body with silver-plated keywork
- Pisoni pads and hand-assembled keys
- Case included
- 2 year warranty
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An entry-level piccolo for a student starting the instrument, with a composite headjoint and silver-plated keys. A case is included but the key and tuning details are thin.
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ASIN: B0B9Q2N85CModel: SPC301Category: Piccolos
Overview
A hand-cut headjoint made from Grenadite, a blend that mimics wood, gives this student piccolo its responsive tone. The body is ABS resin and the keys are hand-assembled with springs and Pisoni pads for a light action.
The composite materials resist the cracking that can affect wooden piccolos, and the keywork is silver plated for daily practice. The listing does not give a key or tuning layout, and some of its fields look mismatched.
Who it's for
Flute players adding a piccolo for marching or concert band get a durable starter with a case. Professionals who want wood or exact pitch specifications should shop elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Hand-cut Grenadite headjoint
- Pisoni pads for light action
- Style and material fields look mismatched
- Instrument key not clearly listed
- Student-level, not professional
Performance notes
The Grenadite headjoint is described as giving an easy response and a vibrant tone, while the resin body avoids the shrinking and cracking of wood. Light springs and Pisoni pads keep the action fluid for rapid passages.
Specifications
| Brand | Selmer |
|---|---|
| Model | SPC301 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Dimensions | 11.5 x 4.85 x 2.7 inches |
| Weight | 1.4 pounds |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Color | Silver and black |
| Headjoint material | Grenadite |
| Body | ABS resin |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Case |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Sound Profile | Vibrant and expressive, rich and resonant |
| Keywork | Silver-plated |
| Pads | Pisoni |
Closest rivals on specs
Pearl PFP 105E Grenaditte Piccolo with High Wave Grenaditte Headjoint- Item Weight 1.4 vs 1.7 pounds (-18%)
Paititi Professional Centertone Composite Wood Piccolo Flute Silver Plated Head Joint- Item Weight 1.4 vs 1 pounds (+40%)
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Selmer SPC301 piccolo?
The listing gives 11.5 x 4.85 x 2.7 inches and a weight of 1.4 pounds.
What is the headjoint made of?
Grenadite, a proprietary blend that mimics the sound qualities of wood.
What comes with it?
A case is the only included component listed.