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sorry if this is not in the right section, just don't know where to post this, it's relating to tone practise actually but on a specific headjoint. I just want to see if anyone has any opinions or experiences playing on the muramatsu headjoint (it's the recent design which came with the EX and GX mo...

Not meaning to hijack this thread :oops: ....but since we are on the topic of flute materials, I am wondering, and have always wondered, if anyone has opinions on the difference in materials for flute keys, especially between nickel silver plated keys and all sterling silver keys. I've read somewher...

well, I've been through the same thing and kind of going through it midway now, have not played for 8 years, but before that I was active in bands and orchestras, taking lessons and exams....and I went through lessons with 3 great teachers. Problem started when I tried to change my embouchure (towar...

Great to see another SGean wooloo! :D oh, the muramatsu is a great instrument, I bought without testing just based on it's repute alone and also having tried once last time on my teacher's. Although many say that it produces a warm and dark sound, I personally find it slightly sweet sounding with a ...

Oh! But what if you didn't like both of the flutes you tested?! I agree that the Singapore retailers are very bad, lack of range + no testing = sucky customer service :x I mean, if it's like a $20 product I don't mind buying it without testing, but not a product which I have to plonk down a few k! o...

Thanks sidekicker, I would love to try lots of hjs also but as chaos0008 mentioned, it is close to impossible here! I have come to the conclusion that it is not possible to shop for most instruments here unless you are just looking for a basic student model. Overseas is the best bet but that means s...

Hi everyone, I have some questions which hopefully the more experienced flute buyers can help. I'm planning a trip to Japan next year and was thinking of getting a new headjoint to fit my Muramatsu GX while I'm there (you can't buy or trial any headjoints here in Singapore, even buying flutes are di...