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Eva Kingma, Dutch Flute maker

http://www.kingmaflutes.com/mySite/Kingmasystem.html

One of my first flutes was a Deford, and I thought it was a very decent (student type) flute. Don't know about the piccolos though...

I tried the Quantz 665, Elegante 785 and the Sankyo Etude a while ago. The 758 being solid silver sounded way superior to the other, plated flutes so decided to buy this flute. I am really really happy with this flute, it was a big difference, not only to my ears but also to others. Now, it could ju...

Thanks guys! I just bought a 2nd hand Pearl Elegante 785RBE, almost new! I had the Quantz 665 at home to try it out for a week, and was thinking about buying it when I stumbled on this one. Although the 665 had a great sound, the Elegante is miles apart. It sounds so delicate and it plays so easy an...

Also, what do you guys think of the Jupiter DiMedici 911? I used to own a Jupiter (student model) which I always liked, so how does this flute compare with the 665? Not sure if I can find a Jupiter dealer here in NZ so I can try it out, stock is quite limited unfortunately...

I'm sure someone from Pearl flutes is a member on here and they would give you a good price direct wish I could remember who it was, use to have them on my facebook but lost all my contacts when it was updated. That would be awesome. Have a look at this site: http://www.ozwinds.com.au/product_info....

Thanks so much, yes I will definitely try them out first. I will also check out the different headjoints. I have to stay within a certain budget though, and as the Dolce is a bit more I will look out for a 2nd hand, or do you think new will (always) be better? Another brand I really like is Sankyo. ...

hi there, this is actually my first post after going through this great forum. I am an amateur flutist, picking up the flute after 10 years not playing and feel I should step up and buy a better flute. Now I know and have read all previous posts about which brand/type is better etc. but would really...