How well does it play compared to an Armstrong flute?

There is a WORLD of difference between these flutes and even the entry level Armstrong, starting with durability but extending to tone, embouchure, key action, pads, springs, and serviceability - just to START. The ONLY time spending money on one of these is "worth it" is if there are no other options, in my opinion. Who am I to say so? I have played flute(s) for 46 years in marching bands; concert bands; orchestras; as a soloist & in ensembles; for festivals, weddings, and other events. I was chosen for a prestigious youth symphony, a nationally known marching band, and hired by a pro symphony orchestra at age 20. I have played Artley, Bundy, De Ford, Emerson, Selmer, Armstrong, Gemeinhardt, Pearl, Azumi, Yamaha, Muramatsu, Powell and Haynes flutes, in addition to nearly all of the recent Chinese imported brands like Sky, Glory, Mendini, etc. I have also played Artley, Armstrong, Gemeinhardt, Jupiter, and Yamaha piccolos (and tried the imports, too). I've taught flute lessons for over 30 years, and I've worked with flute techs, ad by myself, on almost every instrument brand over the last decade. The BIGGEST PROBLEM with cheap,imported flutes is that that are not fixable. Many techs will not work on them. The metal is soft/poor quality. They bend easily and the springs, keys and tome holes do not last. The companies do not stand behind them. (Try returning one for warranty work.) You MIGHT have time to learn the fingering for notes before your flute expires, or if you are exceptional, your instrument may last longer. You are, in my EXPERT opinion, far better off to spend a bit more and get even a USED Armstrong, Gemeinhardt, Yamaha, Emerson, Artley, etc. than to buy one of these. Silver, even plate, sounds MUCH different than "cupronickel metal" colored silver (or something else). A beginner won't hear it. A musician will.

What’s the difference between $1000 and this one?

This flute is made from junk metal, cannot be repaired, isn’t in tune, cannot be sold if your kid stops playing and has closed holes. A $1000 flute is a professional instrument.

I wonder if the resonance (sound) is metal or plastic

This Glory Flute is amazing for the price. Better than many double or triple the price. Nice mellow sounds. The flute is all metal and very polished.

after how many time can the color came off or scratch?

I bought the white flute. After owning it about 3 months, there is some of the white paint flecking off at the headjoint (mouthpiece) where it slides into the top of the flute and there is one other tiny spot about the size of the period at the end of this sentence on the headjoint where the paint has chipped. The rest of the flute looks new. It would not take very much pressure to chip off more. Verdict: Paint looks good but not durable. May be better off with a metal coating instead of a painted one. Flute still sounds and plays awesome.

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T**Y

Excellent choice - very happy with it.

Excellent product. Very nice case and cleaning parts provided. We are very happy with our purchase thank you. 😊

12.01.2017

S**9

Five Stars

Really impressed with the speed the product was delivered in and also the quality of the flute itself

20.12.2016

E**D

Lovely flute

Very happy with my late Christmas present, it makes a lovely addition to my classical instrument collection

4.02.2017

B**M

Nice instrument at a good price.

Nice instrument with case and all important accessories. Nice and for £55 price is good!

21.10.2016

B**N

Five Stars

Great purchase. Arrived early and as expected. Good sound and value for money

31.12.2016

R**L

Five Stars

its for my grandaughters birthday she hasnt got it yet but there was no cleaning rod enclosed

5.09.2015

T**D

Arrived with an air leak

Purchased for a beginner who is going to be starting flute lessons in September, and it is useless. Although the item arrived well packaged and in good condition, one of the keys already has an air leak. Due to this, you cannot play the note 'F'. Of course, I could take it into a shop and spend even more money on getting it fix, but why would I do that when I would be better off taking a refund and going to a professional music shop to buy a decent instrument. The upset is my own fault for trying to get a flute at a bargain price. Well, you get what you pay for, and I would certainly not be recommending this product to anyone else.

20.07.2015

A**R

great little instrument. Until it wasn't.

This was a great little instrument. Until it wasn't. My child took decent care of it yet after 5 months, a button broke and it is unplayable now. A waste of £45. I will buy a more expensive one this time so I don't just throw good money after bad.

20.06.2017

A**R

Trabajando como se describe. También le proporciona los accesorios necesarios. Como guante y kit de limpieza. Bueno para el precio.

21.12.2016

A**R

Sounded great, with acceptable tuning, until I had to play with others in a cold environment - the pitch went to an uncorrectable, unplayable level. Bringing it back to reasonable temperature, the pitch was again fine. This is not the case with my silver flute which can hold the pitch (with minor adjustment) at any temperature.

26.12.2019

W**A

This flute completely exceeded my expectations!! I mean, is it professional grade? Obviously not, but what an amazing investment for a beginner to make! These are perfect for people to use while they learn and get comfortable with the flute. I have so many students that would practice more if they had more access to their instrument. I have also seen so many parent pay big dollars renting and buying high end instruments for them to decide on a different one the next year. Great sound! The joints could be a little tighter.

15.11.2022

U**3

für den günstigen Preis eine gute Flöte, komme gut damit zurecht. Um damit in einer Kammermusikgruppe mitspielen zu können, habe ich jetzt auch Unterricht genommen.

25.05.2017

G**.

It had all required sub components and cleaning tools or as basic as gloves 🙏🙂👌

19.05.2024

ASIN	B00OLAJ3W6
Best Sellers Rank	102,210 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 382 in Transverse Flutes
Body Material	Nickel, Leather
Colour	White
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (3,316)
Date First Available	23 Oct. 2014
Instrument Key	C Major
Item Weight	907 g
Item model number	MUS267097
Material Type	Nickel,Leather
Package Dimensions	40.7 x 12.9 x 8.58 cm; 907 g

Glory Closed Hole C Flute With Case, Tuning Rod and Cloth,Joint Grease and Gloves Nickel Siver

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