I’ve had a tough time on this one. I need to stick to one D flute and the Burns finally lost a very close decision to my GLP. Like all the Burns flutes I’ve played this one has a great sound and is very forgiving and easy to play. As has been discussed in other posts, Casey’s designs and boxwood are a terrific match. This flute came to me without an end cap, which is pretty much purely decorative. It also is not 100% straight, but a little boxwood warp adds character and does not detract in the slightest from it’s playing qualities.
The price is $450, which includes delivery in the contiguous US 48 states and the original green cordura case. I’ll gladly discuss shipping options with those in other locations.
You can take Mike’s words to heart on this one (I played this one too)-it’s one of the nicest playing and toned Burns Boxwood D flutes I’ve played yet. So don’t let the warp concern you-as long as you keep it humidified, like any wooden flute, it should be fine. I’d buy it if f I had the money, but I just don’t.
Also know that the buttery Boxwood tone might just spoil you though! Especially one that plays this well. It’s very lightweight, yet the wood is hard, not soft like you might think. It has an easy spread on the holes-I find the offset 3rd hole on the top hand very comfortable using the standard grip.
Just wanted to say what a nice flute I think it is, and that Mike is a great guy besides-so no worries. If you don’t know Boxwood, this would be a great introduction at a reasonable price. Anyone know a cure for Boxwood withdrawal?!
