I’m 73, with 60+ in woodwinds, and I am starting to learn the bass flute now. This videos help a lot since there is no one around with bass flute experience. Many thanks!
I used to play heavy metal songs by ear on my C flute (I've had it since 2008). Discovering and watching the bass flute in action makes me want to get one and play both flutes, observe how it sounds when putting the rhythm and melodic arrangements together. Especially with the "slap" sounds 5:07 - 5:26 :D
Amazing! Ever since hearing about the existence of a bass flute, I’ve always wanted to see if I could try it out. It’s a little difficult considering the state of the world right now, but I hope to try this out soon! Its sound is so rich and deep, and it’s such a beautiful instrument.
I hope you do get to try it sometime. It is not as difficult to play as you might think. It really is a gorgeous instrument both in its' look and in the sound.
I play the alto saxophone, the baritone saxophone, and the flute. When I heard about there being a bass flute I really wanted to try it but my school does not have bass flutes so the likelihood of me trying it is slim but it sounds so pretty and it makes me want to try it more
Take the PROJECTION problem into account. AKA You can pair the Bass Flute with a contrabass reed instruments, but not alto register instruments with double reeds.
I can play the C flute some. So since this is an octave below, basically with everything you learn on that apply to this, notewise? And you know, every Christmas Eve, my church has a couple people who play the normal flute. They play silent night with them and a few other instruments. So I think one of these would add a good bass line to that, don’t you? And bass is my main instrument, but I played bass guitar, and started on the upright bass in eighth grade. What do you say?
Yes, everything you know about the C flute can be applied to the bass flute. Absolutely adding a bass line to silent night would be terrific. I'd love to hear it!
Hi Sunny Days, thanks for watching! It isn't as heavy as you think. But it is a little awkward and you don't want to be holding it for a long time before resting the arms. Try one out some time, It might be fun!
I play the flute and found this while trying to find videos to help teach me how to play bass flute easier for my school's flute choir. Our previous bass flute graduated
Well tuning is an on going project. Generally you will move the head joint in or out but with a bass flute almost all the notes need to be adjusted by the embouchure to be in tune. The case should have a bass flute cleaning rod. If so, all you need to do is cut up an old cotton t-shirt and use that with the rod. Make sure that you also us the cloth to clean the joints where the flute connects. If it doesn't have a rod then that is your first purchase!
Bret Newton has renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has the same range as a Normal Flute but an Octave down. There are versions with a Low B foot joint and what they've done rather cleverly here is to make the bore a bit thinner so that it's easier to play those low notes.
@@DoctorFlute Ah Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute as it's only an Octave below a Normal Flute, take a look:ruclips.net/video/_wwm2HvXftU/видео.html & it's the newer naming based on the newer sizes of flutes
Ok so for years I've been constantly annoyed at my flute for having a range that goes too high and nowhere near low enough and I feel this instrument calling to me. Probably won't end up ever owning or playing one but I am now putting it on my mental bucketlist!
I play Alto and Bass Flutes, as an individual with smaller hands and shorter fingers, playing the bass in particular can be a bit of a struggle, but i managed to find a crutch that helps support both the instrument and my hand placement almost perfectly, it's not perfect but it's comfortable.
Glad you found some help. I have a friend who uses a crutch to hole the instrument up. It works for her. I read about someone else suspending the bass from the ceiling to the right height for him to practice. Whatever helps!
@@DoctorFlute I completely agree, although I personally prefer to to hold my bass as I typically play a lot of solo chamber pieces, I do have a retractable stand that I connect at the end of the body near the foot joint between the E and D keys that rests on the floor to support the flutes weight during prolonged pieces. The stands are a bit pricy coming in at around $160 but it's well worth the investment.
It seems like it's main weakness is a limited dynamic range, especially in that wonderful low register. What a great sound though. Thanks for sharing this demonstration.
Thanks for watching! It does have a limited capability. The upper registers are used only for certain affect since it is a somewhat unusual quality of sound. Most often it is written to stay in that first octave and a half. But you are right it is beautiful.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ It's really a Tenor Flute as Bret Newton calls it because it's range is an Octave below the C soprano flute which is nice since it's capable of playing flute music, but it gets lower than that. The PVC Hyperbass Flute has the same range as a C Concert Flute but 4 octaves lower, the lowest C note on it is at 16Hz which means it's actually below the frequency humans can hear just like the Octobass.
DoctorFlute the beauty of saxophone and flute. All saxophones have pretty much the same fingerings, as do flutes. I love it when you get the double tones, similar to saxophone tricks.
Technically the bass flute can play the 3 octaves that a regular flute can play it’s just not pretty in high extremes. But the timbre of the bass works best and most effectively if you keep it in the first 2 octaves and especially in the first octave. I guess underblowing is the opposite!
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
I know isn't that sound incredible! Typically they don't play in band but if they play in a flute choir they will play the bass part such as a tuba would in band.
This is a Kingma Bass. There are a number of less expensive basses that sound warm and wonderful. A Yamaha Bass is quite good but also a Jupiter is quite affordable with a nice tone.
I know what you mean! The good news is you can't loose with either one. The benefit of the bass is that it is in C and you can play any music written for C flute and piano. With the alto you need to transpose. But if you are just playing it by itself either is good.
Yes, clarinet has alto clarinet and bass clarinet. They get bigger as they go down. For trumpet think about Baritone and Tuba as lower instruments of the same family.
DoctorFlute The Baritone Horn is a cornet family instrument, and the Tuba is in its own family (with the Euphonium and Flügelhorn). There is a bass trumpet, but functionally it's role is taken by the tenor trombone.
So helpful as always. Thanks a bunch, doc! An important note about transposing-you mention that it's a non-transposing instrument, however the bass flute sounds an octave lower than written, hence we composers transpose it an octave up. It might be a good idea to mention that in the video description to all students and composers out there. Also, what would you consider the instrument's practical sounding range please?
Hi Erez, you are right of course that it sounds lower. I'm making the point that it is still in C.But, your point it taken. The playing range is about 2 octaves but it's most useful range is the first octave as that is where it has the warm beautiful sound of a bass. When you begin going up the timbre is a bit strange. It is effective if you know what it sounds like and as a composer know that you want that particular sound but I wouldn't call it a warm sound once you go past it's second C.
@@DoctorFlute Thank you for spending the time replying to my question! I totally agree, I love that warm sound of the lowest octave (and the espionage world connotations that flare up). While C3 - C6 is often considered the bass flute's practical range, what would you consider to be its highest playable note? (after which you get purely uncontrolled sound)
It is very easy to overblow on the bass. A very gentle breath is what is needed. If you blow more then necessary you will easily get the harmonics. I don't think that is what limits the bass. I think composers who write for the bass know the timbre of the sound and compose with that in mind.
do you just need the mouthpiece or is it a different flute entirely? I want to try this flute to add some dimension to my school band. I'm not really sure if I can play this yet, or if I need to be in a higher grade, but when the time comes, I would like to use this. Thank you!
Hi Lunar Eclipse, this is a totally different flute. It is much larger around as well as longer. i don't know what grade you are in but it's not what grade you are in but are you big enough to hold it!
There is a flute that I need to hear, but I can't find. I can hear exactly what the flute in my mind sounds like, but I can't find it. The opposite of this, whole orchestras are pooping into my head, and I think I need some help.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
Okay thanks. After 15 year or more the sliver do not stay on the flute. Apart from workmanship the charges are because it is sliver. I have a Yamaha sliver flute, it's in good condition apart form the sliver flaked off on my E note. I had follow the rules and only use a compound the Yamaha company suggested , my palms do not sweat and I wash my hands and mouth before I play the instrument. Paying a pound and the crown, the instrument should last at least 50 years only changing pads and recalibrating the springs or pins. Thanks for the information .
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ @UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ Hi there, I know this instrument has the same range as a standard flute but an Octave lower. This kind of Flute is really not called a Bass Flute these days, Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has a Tenor Voice. Please update this title.
I hope this isn't rude: At 6:59 you went from e to fsharp, and you used your ring finger, so instead of raising your ring index finger. Is there a reason for it, or am I just looking too hard? lol.
The typical way to finger an F# is with the ring finger or 3rd finger (the way flutists count fingers). The middle finer is used to finger F# if needed for a trill or some tricky fingering. It is generally excepted that the ring finger is the best choice. Is this answering your question?
You are not wrong there is some controversy about that. But the traditional fingering that is taught from childhood up is the ring finger. I can't change now!
@@DoctorFlute I was more worried I was doing it wrong. I've forgotten more than I know, and not in a good way. I wanted to make sure I wasn't doing it wrong. Thank you
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ It's really a Tenor Flute as Bret Newton calls it because it's range is an Octave below the C soprano flute which is nice since it's capable of playing flute music, but it gets lower than that. The PVC Hyperbass Flute has the same range as a C Concert Flute but 4 octaves lower, the lowest C note on it is at 16Hz which means it's actually below the frequency humans can hear just like the Octobass.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ @UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ Hi there, I know this instrument has the same range as a standard flute but an Octave lower. This kind of Flute is really not called a Bass Flute these days, Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has a Tenor Voice. Please update this title.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
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I’m 73, with 60+ in woodwinds, and I am starting to learn the bass flute now. This videos help a lot since there is no one around with bass flute experience. Many thanks!
Hi 03Venture, I'm so glad this has helped you. Let me know if you need any other help. I'm happy to make a video for you.
I used to play heavy metal songs by ear on my C flute (I've had it since 2008). Discovering and watching the bass flute in action makes me want to get one and play both flutes, observe how it sounds when putting the rhythm and melodic arrangements together. Especially with the "slap" sounds 5:07 - 5:26 :D
Cool, that sounds like a plan. The key slap sounds are easy to produce.
Amazing! Ever since hearing about the existence of a bass flute, I’ve always wanted to see if I could try it out. It’s a little difficult considering the state of the world right now, but I hope to try this out soon! Its sound is so rich and deep, and it’s such a beautiful instrument.
I hope you do get to try it sometime. It is not as difficult to play as you might think. It really is a gorgeous instrument both in its' look and in the sound.
I've been playing flute for almost 7 months now, but I think the bass flute is my calling!
Fantastic! You can't beat that Bass!
I play the alto saxophone, the baritone saxophone, and the flute. When I heard about there being a bass flute I really wanted to try it but my school does not have bass flutes so the likelihood of me trying it is slim but it sounds so pretty and it makes me want to try it more
Hi Kaylee Hinton thanks for watching! The bass is a very cool instrument. One day you will be able to try it!
Find a flute specialist shop and try some!
I'm a symphonic composer, thinking of writing a piece incorporating the bass flute.. thanks for the introduction, very helpful!
You are quite welcome. I look forward to hearing this new piece!
Take the PROJECTION problem into account. AKA You can pair the Bass Flute with a contrabass reed instruments, but not alto register instruments with double reeds.
i've never played a woodwind instrument and i already want to learn how to play this
It is so cool!
I can play the C flute some. So since this is an octave below, basically with everything you learn on that apply to this, notewise? And you know, every Christmas Eve, my church has a couple people who play the normal flute. They play silent night with them and a few other instruments. So I think one of these would add a good bass line to that, don’t you? And bass is my main instrument, but I played bass guitar, and started on the upright bass in eighth grade. What do you say?
Yes, everything you know about the C flute can be applied to the bass flute. Absolutely adding a bass line to silent night would be terrific. I'd love to hear it!
@@DoctorFlute Thank you!
@@DoctorFlute Actually my Bass Flute is 2 Octaves down socne Bret newton renamed this one as a C Tenor Flute
The best instrument ....Beautiful low flute...
Hi Rubem Ferreira, thanks for watching! You are right it is a fantastic instrument with a stunning low register.
Also best instrument bass saxophone
The flute collector in me is.... tingling....
Oh yes!
I really love the bass flute. It’s my favorite instrument and I really wish I had one.. it’s AMAZING
it is amazing!
Wow amazing but what a size! You’d need strong shoulders.
Hi Sunny Days, thanks for watching! It isn't as heavy as you think. But it is a little awkward and you don't want to be holding it for a long time before resting the arms. Try one out some time, It might be fun!
As a tuba player, I find this funny.
@@RealTimeFun I was thinking the same thing tuba gang
I play the flute and found this while trying to find videos to help teach me how to play bass flute easier for my school's flute choir. Our previous bass flute graduated
Hi Regan! How is it going? Are you figuring it out? The main idea is blow less air!
@@DoctorFlute I'm having a pretty easy time with it, in all honesty except that I don't know really how to tune or clean it.
Well tuning is an on going project. Generally you will move the head joint in or out but with a bass flute almost all the notes need to be adjusted by the embouchure to be in tune. The case should have a bass flute cleaning rod. If so, all you need to do is cut up an old cotton t-shirt and use that with the rod. Make sure that you also us the cloth to clean the joints where the flute connects. If it doesn't have a rod then that is your first purchase!
@@DoctorFlute Thanks! My directors don't know too much about it either, so it's an ongoing project for all of us to figure it out.
Bret Newton has renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has the same range as a Normal Flute but an Octave down. There are versions with a Low B foot joint and what they've done rather cleverly here is to make the bore a bit thinner so that it's easier to play those low notes.
But the name bass has much warmer connotation don't you think? 😂 I haven't played one with the low B but I bet it's lovely.
@@DoctorFlute Ah Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute as it's only an Octave below a Normal Flute, take a look:ruclips.net/video/_wwm2HvXftU/видео.html & it's the newer naming based on the newer sizes of flutes
I'm getting one of these for my birthday it hasn't arrived yet, can't wait to try it!!!
How exciting! What type are you going to get?
Ok so for years I've been constantly annoyed at my flute for having a range that goes too high and nowhere near low enough and I feel this instrument calling to me. Probably won't end up ever owning or playing one but I am now putting it on my mental bucketlist!
Great! You can’t beat the flute. I hope you get to play it one day.
As a normal flute player GYAT DAYM
I play Alto and Bass Flutes, as an individual with smaller hands and shorter fingers, playing the bass in particular can be a bit of a struggle, but i managed to find a crutch that helps support both the instrument and my hand placement almost perfectly, it's not perfect but it's comfortable.
Glad you found some help. I have a friend who uses a crutch to hole the instrument up. It works for her. I read about someone else suspending the bass from the ceiling to the right height for him to practice. Whatever helps!
@@DoctorFlute I completely agree, although I personally prefer to to hold my bass as I typically play a lot of solo chamber pieces, I do have a retractable stand that I connect at the end of the body near the foot joint between the E and D keys that rests on the floor to support the flutes weight during prolonged pieces. The stands are a bit pricy coming in at around $160 but it's well worth the investment.
Kinda reminds me of a bassoon
Hi! You are right! It functions the same way by giving a flute choir the low sound it needs.
@@DoctorFlute thanks for replying! I watched your Alto flute video and I like that better. I've got to learn that instrument.
Hi domisthebomb09! The alto flute is so incredibly beautiful! It has such a deep sultry tone.
someone in my band class has a bassoon
It seems like it's main weakness is a limited dynamic range, especially in that wonderful low register. What a great sound though. Thanks for sharing this demonstration.
Thanks for watching! It does have a limited capability. The upper registers are used only for certain affect since it is a somewhat unusual quality of sound. Most often it is written to stay in that first octave and a half. But you are right it is beautiful.
I must have one. Love it!
Hi Heather Haze thanks for watching! They are truly fantastic instruments and not terribly expensive.
@@DoctorFlute It's really no longer called a Bass Flute these days, it does match the tenor role. It's actually a Tenor Flute.
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It's really a Tenor Flute as Bret Newton calls it because it's range is an Octave below the C soprano flute which is nice since it's capable of playing flute music, but it gets lower than that. The PVC Hyperbass Flute has the same range as a C Concert Flute but 4 octaves lower, the lowest C note on it is at 16Hz which means it's actually below the frequency humans can hear just like the Octobass.
Are the fingerings on this flute similar to those of a concert flute?
Hi Julia Rogers thanks for watching! Yes the fingerings are exactly the same. If you can play flute you can play the bass!
DoctorFlute the beauty of saxophone and flute.
All saxophones have pretty much the same fingerings, as do flutes.
I love it when you get the double tones, similar to saxophone tricks.
Yes, it's pretty cool! It is nice for doublers that the flute and sax fingerings are similar.
Woow very nice Instrument also look like a feelings while play ..
Someday, I'll own & play the bass flute 😍
We all have our dreams!
"I'm sure you can get it from your local store...." Well they are prohibitly expensive, even altos.
Too true, save your pennys.
What's the bass flute's range without overblowing? Also, is the opposite overblowing underblowing?
Technically the bass flute can play the 3 octaves that a regular flute can play it’s just not pretty in high extremes. But the timbre of the bass works best and most effectively if you keep it in the first 2 octaves and especially in the first octave. I guess underblowing is the opposite!
It sounds very similar to a woodwind.clarinet
Hi HoneyAnn Amaya thanks for watching! Interesting,both are the low instruments of their families.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
@@DoctorFlute It's actually nowadays called a Tenor Flute (former Bass Flute) because it's more of a Tenor sound & yes you always end this video w/ Yankee Doodle Dandy, the 3'rd octave is only easy on a Tenor Flute if it's made out of plastic. The lowest pitched flute is a C Subcontrabass Flute (Former Hyperbass) w/ a Low G foot joint which has the same range as a C Flute w/ a low G foot but 4 octave lower. The Lowest C note is at 16 Hz which means that it's below the frequency humans can actually hear.
Any full band pieces with bass flute?
There might be but I don’t know of any off hand.
Contrabass flutes are incredible. But I would consider learning a bass flute first.
Contra's are phenomenal. Basses are just a bit more affordable!
DoctorFlute The contra is probably way taller than me. I’d need a step ladder to play it haha
Well you do have to play it standing up!
nice a tuba flute
Ha! Exactly!
Thank you for the video - I love the sound, and prefer to play low. Do they have to play as the 2nd sheet music in a band?
I know isn't that sound incredible! Typically they don't play in band but if they play in a flute choir they will play the bass part such as a tuba would in band.
@@DoctorFlute ah of course - thanks for the reply!
What brand is yours? and are there any brands to look for? I'm a hobbist just wanting those wonderful bassy flute tones :D.
This is a Kingma Bass. There are a number of less expensive basses that sound warm and wonderful. A Yamaha Bass is quite good but also a Jupiter is quite affordable with a nice tone.
Should I get a bass flute or an alto flute? I constantly change my preferences...
I know what you mean! The good news is you can't loose with either one. The benefit of the bass is that it is in C and you can play any music written for C flute and piano. With the alto you need to transpose. But if you are just playing it by itself either is good.
Does that mean that there are other instruments like a trumpet or a clarinet to have a bass? I thought it only can play Melody
Yes, clarinet has alto clarinet and bass clarinet. They get bigger as they go down. For trumpet think about Baritone and Tuba as lower instruments of the same family.
DoctorFlute The Baritone Horn is a cornet family instrument, and the Tuba is in its own family (with the Euphonium and Flügelhorn). There is a bass trumpet, but functionally it's role is taken by the tenor trombone.
Ray Thomas of The Moody Blues used one too.
Way cool!
Play les baxter's songs with this!!
Thanks. Informative.
Glad it was helpful!
So helpful as always. Thanks a bunch, doc! An important note about transposing-you mention that it's a non-transposing instrument, however the bass flute sounds an octave lower than written, hence we composers transpose it an octave up. It might be a good idea to mention that in the video description to all students and composers out there. Also, what would you consider the instrument's practical sounding range please?
Hi Erez, you are right of course that it sounds lower. I'm making the point that it is still in C.But, your point it taken. The playing range is about 2 octaves but it's most useful range is the first octave as that is where it has the warm beautiful sound of a bass. When you begin going up the timbre is a bit strange. It is effective if you know what it sounds like and as a composer know that you want that particular sound but I wouldn't call it a warm sound once you go past it's second C.
@@DoctorFlute Thank you for spending the time replying to my question! I totally agree, I love that warm sound of the lowest octave (and the espionage world connotations that flare up). While C3 - C6 is often considered the bass flute's practical range, what would you consider to be its highest playable note? (after which you get purely uncontrolled sound)
Hmm, I'm not sure.. surely not too much higher then C6.
Question: Does the danger of unintentional overblowing limit the dynamic range of the lowest octave? What about the second octave?
It is very easy to overblow on the bass. A very gentle breath is what is needed. If you blow more then necessary you will easily get the harmonics. I don't think that is what limits the bass. I think composers who write for the bass know the timbre of the sound and compose with that in mind.
@@DoctorFlute Ah but they've cleverly solved that problem by making the bore size a bit thinner so that you don't need as much air
does it have the same fingerings as a normal flute?
Absolutely!
Controlled overblowing is similar to Jimi Hendrix controlling feedback on his guitar, he was the master!
All about the control!
do you just need the mouthpiece or is it a different flute entirely? I want to try this flute to add some dimension to my school band. I'm not really sure if I can play this yet, or if I need to be in a higher grade, but when the time comes, I would like to use this. Thank you!
Hi Lunar Eclipse, this is a totally different flute. It is much larger around as well as longer. i don't know what grade you are in but it's not what grade you are in but are you big enough to hold it!
@@DoctorFlute thank you so much!
There is a flute that I need to hear, but I can't find. I can hear exactly what the flute in my mind sounds like, but I can't find it. The opposite of this, whole orchestras are pooping into my head, and I think I need some help.
Interesting....can you elaborate?
Amazing.
It is an amazing instrument!
Does it take a lot more air than the concert flute?
Amazingly no! You actually need to blow very lightly. It is much easier then you think.
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The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
what brand is your flute and how much does it cost?
This bass flute is a Yamaha with nothing special added. It is a very solid bass that quite reliable. It runs in the vicinity of $8,000.
Is this in US currencies?
Yes it is US currency.
Okay thanks. After 15 year or more the sliver do not stay on the flute. Apart from workmanship the charges are because it is sliver. I have a Yamaha sliver flute, it's in good condition apart form the sliver flaked off on my E note. I had follow the rules and only use a compound the Yamaha company suggested , my palms do not sweat and I wash my hands and mouth before I play the instrument. Paying a pound and the crown, the instrument should last at least 50 years only changing pads and recalibrating the springs or pins. Thanks for the information
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DoctorFlute so are bass flutes normally that expensive?
I love it
It sure is a beauty!
does playing th bass flute need more air than a C flute ?
Surprisingly no it doesn't. To play the bass you use less air then you think. If you use too much the flute will squeak.
DoctorFlute Oh nice ! i really want to play the bass flute, where can i find one ?
They are really easy to find in the USA. But Fluteworld.com is a great place.
@@DoctorFlute alrighty, thank you !
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Hi there, I know this instrument has the same range as a standard flute but an Octave lower. This kind of Flute is really not called a Bass Flute these days, Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has a Tenor Voice. Please update this title.
I hope this isn't rude:
At 6:59 you went from e to fsharp, and you used your ring finger, so instead of raising your ring index finger. Is there a reason for it, or am I just looking too hard? lol.
The typical way to finger an F# is with the ring finger or 3rd finger (the way flutists count fingers). The middle finer is used to finger F# if needed for a trill or some tricky fingering. It is generally excepted that the ring finger is the best choice. Is this answering your question?
@@DoctorFlute I remember being told that the second finger had better intonation, but I don't know what I'm talking about.
You are not wrong there is some controversy about that. But the traditional fingering that is taught from childhood up is the ring finger. I can't change now!
@@DoctorFlute I was more worried I was doing it wrong. I've forgotten more than I know, and not in a good way. I wanted to make sure I wasn't doing it wrong. Thank you
YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO PLAY LOUD, WITHOUT RAISING THE PITCH OF THE NOTE, OR GOING INTO THE OVERTONES !
Thats a alto flute i think
No, it is most definitely a bass flute. Listen to my video on meet the alto and you’ll hear the difference.
I found one one amazons for 179 dollars
Wow, I hope it works for you.
Should be high quality.....
Jungle book vibes
Ha!
Why do they call it a bass flute if it’s in a tenor range.
It's carries the bass line in the flute family.
Other times they have a low B foot joint.
Are you saying that a bass flute comes with a low B foot joint? It could but it is not standard.
@@DoctorFlute Yes.
Andre 3000 plays this on his album
Hmmmm
I got Studios flute brand
Cool!
Excellent mam
Thanks rajesh!
2 bass of 5
Slap like now
That looks like a pain to play on all levels
you reply to every comment
I really try!
Very cute's.
This instrument sound like a basson!
Hi Van truong, thanks for watching! Ha, perhaps a little less reedy? Do you like the sound?
@@DoctorFlute yeah, i like this flute and piccolo sound!
what a BORE!
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It's really a Tenor Flute as Bret Newton calls it because it's range is an Octave below the C soprano flute which is nice since it's capable of playing flute music, but it gets lower than that. The PVC Hyperbass Flute has the same range as a C Concert Flute but 4 octaves lower, the lowest C note on it is at 16Hz which means it's actually below the frequency humans can hear just like the Octobass.
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Hi there, I know this instrument has the same range as a standard flute but an Octave lower. This kind of Flute is really not called a Bass Flute these days, Bret Newton renamed it as a Tenor Flute cause it has a Tenor Voice. Please update this title.
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The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ
The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ
@UCH0s9yFGaPZ4eUb6XqkuqoQ
The new name is now a so called tenor flute. The real lowest pitched flute is the Hyperbass (former subcontrabass). The Range is the same as a C flute but an octave lower, the high register is only as flexible as a standard C flute if you only have one that'll work better.