Flute - Buying tips and guidelines

Nickel-silver, silver and gold are the commonly used in flutes. Find out more by clicking on the tile below. One of the biggest variants is the G key. They come with either an inline or offset G key. Although only one key is shifted slightly to the left, the entire playing position of the hand is altered greatly. There are professionals that play both models and assert that one allows for quicker trills than the other but it comes down the position more comfortable for the player.
Like most instruments, there are 3 key categories - Beginners, Intermediate and Professional flutes and for a starter, it will make sense to start with a good beginner instrument. To ensure this is the case, it is best to take time to compare brands, price and customer reviews to find models that balances economy with good sound and playability.
With the flute, getting started can be hard for learners with small hands. Realizing this, some beginner flute models have curved headjoints that helps to extend the player’s reach. By minimizing the reach, the flute will feel easier to play for many beginner flutists.
A student model flute will usually have closed holes on its keys. This makes the flute easier to play for the student. As the sound of a flute does not come out of its end, these differences in the keys noticeably affect the sound produced. Serious players eventually upgrade to an open-holed flute because of their improved tone and control over the intonation.
Both a beginner and student model flute will most likely be made out of a nickel and silver alloy which it is far more durable than silver alone. The most popular plating for a flute is silver because of its brilliance, while nickel-plated flutes are a more affordable option. Some people have allergies to silver or nickel and should opt for the type plating they can safely handle.
Like most instruments, there are 3 key categories - Beginners, Intermediate and Professional flutes and for a starter, it will make sense to start with a good beginner instrument. To ensure this is the case, it is best to take time to compare brands, price and customer reviews to find models that balances economy with good sound and playability.
With the flute, getting started can be hard for learners with small hands. Realizing this, some beginner flute models have curved headjoints that helps to extend the player’s reach. By minimizing the reach, the flute will feel easier to play for many beginner flutists.
A student model flute will usually have closed holes on its keys. This makes the flute easier to play for the student. As the sound of a flute does not come out of its end, these differences in the keys noticeably affect the sound produced. Serious players eventually upgrade to an open-holed flute because of their improved tone and control over the intonation.
Both a beginner and student model flute will most likely be made out of a nickel and silver alloy which it is far more durable than silver alone. The most popular plating for a flute is silver because of its brilliance, while nickel-plated flutes are a more affordable option. Some people have allergies to silver or nickel and should opt for the type plating they can safely handle.