What is the value of a silver flute?
The all silver-plated Intermediate model flutes range in price between $560-900.
Are flutes solid silver?
Solid Silver Flutes are the industry standard for the best performance. Solid Silver flutes are actually made from an alloy of “Sterling Silver” that contains 92.5% pure silver and usually 7.5% copper for strength. Sadly, most of the industry will just make a flute out of solid silver in order to generate sales.
Are old flutes worth anything?
Used Flutes Prices Ranges: Student Instrument: $80 – $400. Intermediate/Step-up/Open Hole Instrument: $200 – $600. Professional Instrument: $ 900 up to $9000.
Are Buffet Crampon flutes good?
Both are reliable and mechanically sound. They use the Cooper Scale. The only thing i’ve found with the 228 is that it is harder to get different tone colours. As a student flute they are great!
Do flutes lose value?
Even if you have all the money in the world, there are many benefits to buying a used flute. Of course, it will probably cost less. However, at the professional level, a lot of flutes don’t lose value. In fact, some can gain value.
How much do flutes sell for?
Beginner flutes usually range in cost from $500 to $1000. Intermediate, or step-up flutes usually cost $1,400 to $2,500 and entry level pro flutes (still largely played by advanced students) around $2500 and up.
Should I buy a used flute?
Since purchasing the wrong flute could end up costing you time and money, you shouldn’t purchase a used flute from a site like eBay or Craigslist. Hundreds of dollars is a lot to spend on a product that could be flawed, broken, or missing important parts.
Is a more expensive flute easier to play?
The answer is NO, NO, NO. More expensive flutes are designed for more advanced players; players who have developed a good tone and overall tone control. These professional flutes are quite often difficult to control in the beginning, but a competant player easily learns how to use the flute effectively.
How long can a flute last?
I have seen flutes last anywhere from four to thirteen years with consistent playing before needing overhauls. Piccolos tend to last longer between overhauls.
Why does my flute sound broken?
The most common cause of a fuzzy flute sound is that the student simply isn’t using enough air. Since a lot of the air does not go directly into the instrument, you have to use a significant amount of air if you want to fill the instrument enough to create a full sound.
Does a dent in a flute affect the sound?
As you described them, very small dents will have little or no impact upon your flute’s sound but I do suggest having a flute technician remove them. Minor dents are not difficult for a flute technician to repair.
How much does it cost to fix a flute dent?
Often, large round dents are easier to remove than small dents that place a crease in the metal. Prices will vary depending upon the severity and each repair shop has their own pricing but I would guess in the range of $25-$50.
Do dents affect trumpet sound?
Do dents affect trumpet sound? The size and location of the dent also impact how much the dent will affect the sound of a trumpet. Like the other instruments, the closer to the mouthpiece the dent is, the more it affects the sound. A very small ping on the body of the trumpet will usually not affect the sound.