UPDATE: Nearly three months in...
I finally broke down and bought myself a Gemeinhardt 3OB because after three months, I had a lot of trouble with certain notes (mid E, F, A, and high C). I had watched several videos that said often, beginners on cheap flutes quit, thinking that they are at fault for the lack of quality. I'm here to tell you... it's absolutely true. So - still 5 stars, still worth it for a beginner, still stand by my original review, but know that once you really start to understand how hard you're working to produce good tone, it may be time to move up into something better. Eastar's flute will have a place in my heart as the start of a great adventure, but after three months, five days a week, one hour a day... I finally had to move up and now? I've got a tone like butter... (or at least beginner butter. Ha ha ha!)
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... I'm still playing it and enjoying it. A few things I'll touch on, which don't make this flute less than five stars, but are considerations for anyone wanting to buy a flute.
1) If you are acidic, (like me and my wit - ahahahahahaha), expect this thing to begin to tarnish within two weeks (playing ~5 days a week). After nearly a month, the point where my left hand index finger holds the flute is black, the 4th finger key is black, and tarnish is showing up on my lip plate and other contact points and keys. Flutes do tarnish, and it doesn't affect the sound, but it's something to keep in mind as the price of this flute costs less than it will cost to get the tarnish removed. (And yep, I clean it after every use - inside and out.)
2) It is a very bright and brassy sound. This isn't a mellow flute, for that, you're going to have to up your price point significantly. I don't think less of it for that simply because... I got a flute for 75 bucks.
3) It's 75 bucks. Don't think you're going to get a $3000 sound out of it, or even a $300 one for that matter (though watching a professional play this flute on a YouTube video did make it sound maybe $200-ish). Make your peace now. It is fantastic for adults (like me) who are wanting to try out the flute to see if it's an instrument they'd like to continue. It seems like it'd be stellar for elementary school students (4th-5th grade) who are starting out as well. But - if it breaks, you're going to be buying a new one, as the price to repair it will be over the price to just buy another one to start out.
So why five stars? Because I was ready for a $75 dollar instrument. That said, it impressed me with the workmanship. It is actually pretty solidly built, which is great. It comes with everything you're going to need to take care of it. It comes with a stand. It even comes with a pair of gloves so while you're cleaning it, you're not just getting fingerprints all over it again. It has a decent sound and, hey, did I mention it's $75 dollars? It is well worth that price. If you're on the fence, go for it. You won't be disappointed.
Eastar C Flutes Closed Hole 16 Keys Flute for Beginner Kids Student Flute Instrument with Cleaning Kit, Stand, Carrying Case,
4.3 | 2,626 ratings
Price: 69.99
Last update: 11-21-2024
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✨FRIENDLY FOR ALL — The Eastar flute features an undercut beveled embouchure that is a breeze to blow, and double-bladder pads that provide superior comfort. Perfect for both beginners and advanced players, also an excellent choice for daily practice and performances.
✔️ENHANCED DESIGN — Crafted with a cupronickel body, leather pads, high-capacity memory spring needle and elastic sheep casings, this flute can elevateyour playing experience. Plus, our integrated key design brings with unparalleled pitch stability and a comfortable touch feel, minimizing air leakage and improve sound quality.
????BETTER PLAYING EXPERIENCE — With comfortable ergonomic offset G design easier to reach for beginners, and split E key for playing high E easily, the flute produces a pure and bright tone with accurate pitch and first-rate timbre. That's why school bands and music teachers choose Eastar.
❤️EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP — Eastar flutes are crafted and assembled by the hands of skilled artisans, each with years of experience and a meticulous attitude. From part processing, body carving and surface polishing, to the final assembly, each step goes through strict inspection for a high standard.
????ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE — You'll receive everything you need to get started, including a flute, a durable hard case, a flute stand, cleaning kit, adjustment screws, and white gloves. You'll enjoy a pleasant music journey backed up by our great product and awesome customer support team.
✔️ENHANCED DESIGN — Crafted with a cupronickel body, leather pads, high-capacity memory spring needle and elastic sheep casings, this flute can elevateyour playing experience. Plus, our integrated key design brings with unparalleled pitch stability and a comfortable touch feel, minimizing air leakage and improve sound quality.
????BETTER PLAYING EXPERIENCE — With comfortable ergonomic offset G design easier to reach for beginners, and split E key for playing high E easily, the flute produces a pure and bright tone with accurate pitch and first-rate timbre. That's why school bands and music teachers choose Eastar.
❤️EXCEPTIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP — Eastar flutes are crafted and assembled by the hands of skilled artisans, each with years of experience and a meticulous attitude. From part processing, body carving and surface polishing, to the final assembly, each step goes through strict inspection for a high standard.
????ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE — You'll receive everything you need to get started, including a flute, a durable hard case, a flute stand, cleaning kit, adjustment screws, and white gloves. You'll enjoy a pleasant music journey backed up by our great product and awesome customer support team.
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