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I've never seen a split e on an alto. That's not to say they don't exist, but rather I haven't seen one. As to the solid silver.... it's hard to say. You're comparing two completely different instruments (make and model). If they were the same (both Trevor James) then you could argue it either way....

Dear all, I have been testing Trevor James alto flute (performer series). It is very easy to play (even for me, testing first time an alto flute) http://trevorjamesflutes.com/products/altoflutes/performerseries/performeraltoflutes Only two thing are bothering me, before buying it: 1) it does not hav...

I agree with fluteguy18. It is best to try them. However, at our recent Flute Extravaganza, a major expo featuring various flutes from 9 makers, the Trevor James remained to constant favorite among the many flutists who attended (particularly the black nickel version). I have several alto flutes av...

Many thanks for the comments, According to the information I have collected from various discussion forums around the net, I have gotten an impression that Trevor James altos are easier to play, but Pearl might have richer sound, at least in the hands of professional. Nevertheless, I am not professi...

Dear all, I am about buying an alto flute. I have basically come to the point where I have two options. The two choices are Trevor James Performer Alto Flute (http://trevorjamesflutes.com/products/altoflutes/performerseries/performeraltoflutes) and Pearl alto (PFA-206ES, http://www.pearlflutes.com/a...