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They are far less knowledgeable (at least when it comes to flutes) than Fluteworld, and less willing to accept returns as well (at least in my experience). I have dealt with them before, and their flutes almost never come set up (which means you have to pay a tech to work on the flute out of the box before you can even play), and those that are are usually not done particularly well. WWBW and Musician's Friend both are sort of iffy when it comes to flutes. Sticking to a name brand flute (if you have any doubts, ask here) will help avoid this problem, but eBay is by no means the best way to purchase an instrument. or Micro-Flute valve plugs provide superb rangeability in high-pressure. Today it is flooded with cheap imports flutes that will literally fall apart as you play, and you don't want to waste your time on these. In all applications, rugged cage guiding provides increased valve plug. You also have to be very careful what you buy from eBay in the way of instruments. many of the flutes listed are sold by less than knowledgeable sellers, and their descriptions are not always quite right. Second, you never can be sure what kind of condition the flute will be in when you get it. That means that even if you decide it's not the right flute for you, it may be impossible to get your money back. First of all, you won't be able to play the instrument until it is paid for, and there may or may not be a return policy. I have purchased instruments of eBay previously, but do not expect too much. A good used flute should cost you no more than half to three fourths the flute's selling price (not retail value).Īfter trying many, choose the one that fits your price range (you don't have to spend a fortune), sounds best with you playing, and feels right. When buying used, do not buy a flute without playing it first and take it to a repair tech if possible. Have you considered a used flute? Try your local music store, high schools, flute teachers. How often will you actually use the low B? Are you wanting to learn to play with open holes at some point? There are flutes out there without open holes that may fit your needs as well. Gold plated lip plates do very little for your sound (actually, nothing that I am aware of) so that option may not be necessary and may cost you more. If the store you are looking at does not carry different flutes, try another store or try a company such as Fluteworld who will ship you several to try out. Jupiter as a company has come a long way and the flutes I have seen have been good flutes, and I would not be the least bit afraid to recommend them as well. Others you may want to look at include Pearl 665, Emerson, Gemeinhardt, Armstrong, and Sonare (to name a few off of the top of my head).