Gemeinhardt 52sp history/comparisons
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bigchiefwaterbuffalo
Gemeinhardt 52sp history/comparisons
I am considering purchasing a Gemeinhardt 52sp flute for my daughter to begin the flute. I cannot find any history on this model. What were the manufacturing dates? How does it compare to the 2sp model? Are there any other recommendations for beginning flutes that have a good tone? Thanks to everyone.
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fluttiegurl
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The 50 series Gemeinhardts are fairly recent, and were replaced just last year with the 70 series. They are very similar to the 2SP model (which is silver plated), but I have been told that they have better intonation due to some manufacturing differences that were addressed during the development process. Mechanically, I have seen few problems out of them.
I think this would be a fine instrument for a beginner. Yamaha is also a good choice, but more expensive. I have a few students start on Armstrong 104 with very few problems. Just avoid the no-names and some of the ones mentioned throughout this site, and you should be fine.
I think this would be a fine instrument for a beginner. Yamaha is also a good choice, but more expensive. I have a few students start on Armstrong 104 with very few problems. Just avoid the no-names and some of the ones mentioned throughout this site, and you should be fine.