I'm thinking of trying out a used Boston Legacy flute (not the piccolo, I already have that) that I found online. I'm looking to purchase a handmade flute sometime soon, and this seems to be in my price range (less than $3000). I really want one with a C# trill since my current flute (Pearl 765 CODA) has one.
A few questions:
1. Has anyone tried these flutes, and if so, was the experience positive or negative for you personally? (i.e., Tell me if it's not even worth trying.)
2. Does anyone know the difference between the "Traditional" and "Boston" style headjoints? I wasn't able to find this in my searching.
3. Is the position of the C# trill key on these flutes to the left or right of the Bb shake? (I'm hoping it is to the left, since that is where it is on my Pearl.)
4. Are there other handmade flutes with a C# trill key in this price range (less than $3000) that you would recommend I try?
Thank you!
Emerson Boston Legacy Flute
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1. I like these flutes quite a bit, but I am not so sure that they are worth the money as the 88B is very similar in sound and response with the exact same headjoint options.
2. You will most definately need to try both headjoint styles. If I recall, one has a more shallow edge, but I am not 100%. In short, they are very different.
3. I think this is an industry standard. Not quite sure, but again, try before you buy! I personally have never had a C# trill, but my students tend to love them!
4. For your price range, I would recommend looking at the Muramatsu EX. Don't be turned off by the flute itself being plated. The ones I have tried have blown most flute in the same price range away! Also, don't get hung up on options. If you truly want to make an upgrade, look at flutes that are basic first. You should notice an immediate difference. If not, try more flutes. I know the gadgets are great, but again, buying a better flute wiht an amazing headjoint is more important.
Remember that handmade flutes are in a completely different class, and should be looked at in that way. No two are alike, and even the lower end handmades [b]should be [/b]better than any solid silver factory flute.
Though I like these flutes a great deal, I honestly don't think the Boston Legacy will be much of an upgrade from your Pearl, and I would recommend looking at others in addition.
2. You will most definately need to try both headjoint styles. If I recall, one has a more shallow edge, but I am not 100%. In short, they are very different.
3. I think this is an industry standard. Not quite sure, but again, try before you buy! I personally have never had a C# trill, but my students tend to love them!
4. For your price range, I would recommend looking at the Muramatsu EX. Don't be turned off by the flute itself being plated. The ones I have tried have blown most flute in the same price range away! Also, don't get hung up on options. If you truly want to make an upgrade, look at flutes that are basic first. You should notice an immediate difference. If not, try more flutes. I know the gadgets are great, but again, buying a better flute wiht an amazing headjoint is more important.
Remember that handmade flutes are in a completely different class, and should be looked at in that way. No two are alike, and even the lower end handmades [b]should be [/b]better than any solid silver factory flute.
Though I like these flutes a great deal, I honestly don't think the Boston Legacy will be much of an upgrade from your Pearl, and I would recommend looking at others in addition.