Keyless, split embouchure, case, metal rings, grease pot. p.m. if interested.
Just in case someone was wondering what these standard M&E flutes were like, I can tell you they are great! I have one on loan from a friend, with rings and split embouchure, the same as this one for sale here. It can be played softly, or with good volume for sessions if you need that.
I don’t know how the R&R model compares first hand, but it is supposed to be louder. The standard is plenty loud, I find, if it is pushed a little. The tone is really nice too, and it’s very responsive, with small holes. I don’t know how the Rudall model can be that much better, but people tend to like it over this one. That I can’t figure out, I guess until I get to play one. Of course, this one saves you a fast $100 over the Rudall. I certainly can recommend it highly. And, these are not being made any longer by Michael.
The only drawback I can see is that it is heavy, but I don’t really notice it when I’m playing. If you change to another flute, you will though. I have no interest in the sale other than to inform you of what a good flute I think it is! I already offered a trade for it, but was turned down, so it’s yours for the money! Good luck!
Edited to tell you that I can also highly recommend Desi Seery’s delrin flute with as much enthusiasm, it was my first conical flute! It’s a little louder maybe, and a little darker toned, I think, with bigger holes. I still can’t get over how good these polymer flutes are, and the best part is, they are always out, ready to be played, so they get played more than a wooden flute might. It’s all good, the more practice we get, the better the flute sounds!
Wow, I didn’t know that. I guess I have a vintage flute now. I can’t wait to get mine back from Jon C. He added some cork to my tenons and put some lovely rings on it.
With rings that is a great deal… without rings it’s pretty good too.
Cheers,
Aaron
Could someone explain to me what a split embouchure is?
See this thread: http://chiffboard.mati.ca/viewtopic.php?t=23092.
Bob
Here’s the link to a picture of the split embouchure:
Thank you for the info on the split.