hey everyone,
so im buying a new flute and there's a tiny problem...
so i can take the flute they have right now which is new but its inline (which i have now, but i think is so uncomfortable) and also has nothing else that i wanted such as the d# roller and split E. My other option is order a completely new flute from powell and get what i want (offset d#roller and split E) but it will probably take 6 or 7 months and also itll be a lot more money because the inline one is slightly used. I was told from my teacher and from the dealer im buying it from to take the one they have now because i know how it plays and i can get it right away (also from my parents because its cheaper) but if im investing this much money i thought i should get everything that i wanted. they gdealer told me that most professionals play with an inline, and although it may be true, if its not comfortable to me it doesnt really matter! so, should i take the flute witht he inline or wait months for the offset !
inline or offset G
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fluteguy18
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Okay, so let's clear up a few things.
First of all, most pros don't play with inline. It is now common to see both inline and offset. Offset is starting to become more prevelant than inline now-a-days. I know several professional flutists who play offset. Inline g flutes only started being made when a flute maker by the name of Louis Lot [late 1800's/early 1900's] wanted to make more flutes faster. The original Boehm flute had offset g.
If it's uncomfortable, don't get it. Wait a while longer. Keep trying flutes. Look at other dealers. Options/extra gizmos are all negotiable, but comfort is not. If you are uncomfortable now with an inline g flute, then the problem will ONLY GET WORSE, because you will start having to deal with problems like tendonitis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
If you aren't restricted to this one dealer, try others. Try other flutes, because sometimes they will suprise you! With this kind of investment, I wouldn't leave ANYTHING up to chance, and I wouldn't buy something I wasn't completely and TOTALLY happy with.
First of all, most pros don't play with inline. It is now common to see both inline and offset. Offset is starting to become more prevelant than inline now-a-days. I know several professional flutists who play offset. Inline g flutes only started being made when a flute maker by the name of Louis Lot [late 1800's/early 1900's] wanted to make more flutes faster. The original Boehm flute had offset g.
If it's uncomfortable, don't get it. Wait a while longer. Keep trying flutes. Look at other dealers. Options/extra gizmos are all negotiable, but comfort is not. If you are uncomfortable now with an inline g flute, then the problem will ONLY GET WORSE, because you will start having to deal with problems like tendonitis, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
If you aren't restricted to this one dealer, try others. Try other flutes, because sometimes they will suprise you! With this kind of investment, I wouldn't leave ANYTHING up to chance, and I wouldn't buy something I wasn't completely and TOTALLY happy with.
A flute is a big enough investment that you shouldn't settle for less. I had a similar situation a while back with a used flute that was a good deal except for the fact that it was inline (which I don't like). I considered that a deal breaker and turned down the offer because I can't see myself paying for an instrument that will make me uncomfortable.
>I was told from my teacher
>and from the dealer im buying it from
>also from my parents
But it's not going to be their flute, it's going to be your flute. I can see other people pressuring you to make a decision that benefits them, but you should keep things in perspective. Here's how it looks from my end:
Your teacher is in a rush.
The dealer wants to sell you a flute.
Your parents want to save money.
None of these are conducive toward matching you with the right instrument.
>they gdealer told me that most professionals play with an inline
This is a hard sell technique. There are very good professionals who play with plateau keys and a C foot, but many dealers won't tell you that because those features tend to be found on less expensive flutes or involve a special order.
>if its not comfortable to me it doesnt really matter!
Bingo.
When it comes to your instrument, it really is all about you. If you're not happy then you'll potentially spend a long time unhappy because a well cared for flute can last a long time. It doesn't sound like you're looking at a student flute with an eye toward upgrading in a year or two either.
The way I see it, you still have another option besides taking this flute or getting a new one from Powell. You can search around for another used one that better suits your tastes and won't break the bank. If you aren't blessed with an abundance of local dealers, there are plenty of places online (fluteworld, for instance) that sell used instruments, have a good reputation, and don't hesitate to give you a trial period.
>I was told from my teacher
>and from the dealer im buying it from
>also from my parents
But it's not going to be their flute, it's going to be your flute. I can see other people pressuring you to make a decision that benefits them, but you should keep things in perspective. Here's how it looks from my end:
Your teacher is in a rush.
The dealer wants to sell you a flute.
Your parents want to save money.
None of these are conducive toward matching you with the right instrument.
>they gdealer told me that most professionals play with an inline
This is a hard sell technique. There are very good professionals who play with plateau keys and a C foot, but many dealers won't tell you that because those features tend to be found on less expensive flutes or involve a special order.
>if its not comfortable to me it doesnt really matter!
Bingo.
When it comes to your instrument, it really is all about you. If you're not happy then you'll potentially spend a long time unhappy because a well cared for flute can last a long time. It doesn't sound like you're looking at a student flute with an eye toward upgrading in a year or two either.The way I see it, you still have another option besides taking this flute or getting a new one from Powell. You can search around for another used one that better suits your tastes and won't break the bank. If you aren't blessed with an abundance of local dealers, there are plenty of places online (fluteworld, for instance) that sell used instruments, have a good reputation, and don't hesitate to give you a trial period.
never care about what most professional is using. one flute may be good for one person, and may be bad for the others. if you feel more comfortable with the offset one, then don't rush. wait for the offset.
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Re: inline or offset G
Everyone has given you really good advice.
Don't let anyone pressure you into buying something you want (and keep an eye on car salesmen - their new thing is to agree with you, get you to sign a useless paper, then change the numbers when you aren't paying attention). In the end - you're the one that is going to be playing the instrument and no one is going to care at all. Except you, if you don't get what you really want you may have that little voice annoying you about it every single time (I know that happens to me every once in a while when I make a bad decision).
I almost fell for this trap, it's like peer pressure (EVERYONE'S doing it), I got the offset and am very happy with it.livinlife63 wrote:they gdealer told me that most professionals play with an inline
Don't let anyone pressure you into buying something you want (and keep an eye on car salesmen - their new thing is to agree with you, get you to sign a useless paper, then change the numbers when you aren't paying attention). In the end - you're the one that is going to be playing the instrument and no one is going to care at all. Except you, if you don't get what you really want you may have that little voice annoying you about it every single time (I know that happens to me every once in a while when I make a bad decision).
If you are a good flute player, you will sound good on an offset G. If you suck, and inline G will not help you.
It is all about the music, not the position of the G key!
I have a Handmade Flute with closed hole, C foot, and an offset G. Most other "Pro" flute players I run into wish they had it.
Just play the D%^n thing. If one of your peers does not like what you are playing on, just tell them not to look at it.
Phineas
It is all about the music, not the position of the G key!
I have a Handmade Flute with closed hole, C foot, and an offset G. Most other "Pro" flute players I run into wish they had it.
Just play the D%^n thing. If one of your peers does not like what you are playing on, just tell them not to look at it.
Phineas
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livinlife63
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