How to Buy a Step-Up Flute | Tips for Purchasing an Intermediate Flute

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So you're ready to begin shopping for a new flute but there are so many options, it can be overwhelming! In this video, we cover the features of "Intermediate" or "Step-Up" flutes, including open hole, split E, B or C foot, materials, budget and how/where to buy your next flute.
0:00 Intro/Types of Flutes
4:36 Open Hole vs. Closed Hole
8:44 B Foot vs. C Foot
11:37 Split E Mechanism
17:06 Offset G vs. Inline G
21:54 Materials
28:12 Shopping for a Flute
The instruments featured in this video were on loan from Beacock Music in Vancouver, WA. We thank them for their assistance in creating this video. You can visit their website here: beacockmusic.com
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@TheMagicInTheMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Something I didn't address in the video is whether having a gold plated lip plate makes a difference. I've had flutes with it and without. In my experience, it makes no difference to the sound or function of the flute. I would say it's a matter of personal preference with regard to the way it looks. Most advanced players do not opt for a gold plated lip plate but some Intermediate instruments have that feature.

@fengmeng4947 Жыл бұрын

This is a just what I wondered.Thank you!

@Bobswatercooler 4 жыл бұрын

Good job with tons of detail this is great video for anyone looking to buy a flute!!

@helledegagne2706 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this information. It was very helpful and exactly what I have been searching for now for a long time.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to help! Best of luck to you!

@robynegg7261 3 жыл бұрын

This was very informative. Thank-you.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@sherridellamore680 3 жыл бұрын

It's been very helpful, thank you very much!!

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help! Best wishes!

@marisol9171 3 жыл бұрын

You explain things very well....you are a good teacher.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! 👍

@amyyflowerrs 4 жыл бұрын

I learned to play the flute back in elementary!! I love the sound 💕

@TheMagicInTheMusic 4 жыл бұрын

It is a beautiful instrument! ❤️

@bdouglas2133 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative and accurate video! As a flute teacher for 40 years I will recommend this to my students.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you found it helpful! Thanks so much for watching.

@junepeggs9170 Жыл бұрын

Very informative and helpful.

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that you found it helpful. Thanks for watching.

@arieswaters Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm so glad that you found helpful content on our channel! Best wishes! 👋😃

@wallacea-nyc.4300 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very much. This is a GREAT VIDEO. What is your opinion of the Yamaha YFL 222 ?

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! I think that the YFL 222 is a great beginner instrument. It would be ideal for a younger student, perhaps in the first 2-3 years of playing or for someone with a more limited budget. As players progress, I would normally recommend stepping up to a model with open holes and a silver head joint but the YFL 222 is a great choice to start and should retain a strong resale value, should you wish to upgrade later. Best wishes!

@wallacea-nyc.4300 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your answer. I subscribed. Looking to see if you will do a new video. Thanks a lot.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching.

@genieNotinabottle 3 жыл бұрын

I’m halfway through the video and I still don’t have any Brands I can go and look for... I hope I don’t watch the whole thing and don’t have any idea what flute to buy..... i’m picking it back up and I’m so excited!

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not endorsing any particular brand of flute, however I personally play on a Yamaha and I have found them to be incredibly consistent, high quality instruments. It's always good to check with your local music retailer to try out some flutes in person. Another good resource is www.fluteworld.com. They carry a lot of great instruments. If you're looking for quality brands, Flute World will carry it. If you find a brand elsewhere that Flute World doesn't carry, it's probably a cheap copy and I would avoid it.

@genieNotinabottle 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMagicInTheMusic I watched your entire video and it was very informative! Thank you so much for the great content!!🙏🏽❤️💯

@Tricky_Adventures Жыл бұрын

You were going to provide some links to online retailers, 28:40 . I'd like to compare pricing on different levels of flutes via some trusted online retailers so I have an idea on pricing when comparing to local shops. Thanks for all the advice.

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

I did this video with the assistance of a local retailer, so I would definitely mention them first: beacockmusic.com But for people in other areas, www.fluteworld.com, www.wwbw.com and www.flutecenter.com are good options to compare models.

@olhasyrovatina7043 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for information! What do you think about Di Zhao 700 (801)?

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I have not personally tried Di Zhao flutes. They seem to offer some good features for the price. I’ll have to ask around to find out more about them.

@zzcjts 3 жыл бұрын

Super cool video and just the perfect timing! I am considering to buy an intermediate flute recently! What do you think about YAMAHA YFL472 and 472H?

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

I think that’s a great model! I’m a big fan of Yamahas. I play on a 784H myself.

@zzcjts 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMagicInTheMusic Already brought yesterday, Yeeey!

@acidforblood 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheMagicInTheMusic I'm currently still a beginner and using a Yamaha 222. I've had my eyes on the 472 for a while for a future upgrade option however is it possible just to bypass that entirely and just get a 677HCT which has a similar body with the exception of the .018 tubing, C# trill, and handmade parts? The only thing that might be tricky on it is the deep wall. The open holes I'd eventually learn with practice.

@chrislei1732 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the informations! Really helps! I am looking for the flute for my daughter, she has been playing flute for nearly 8years (in yamaha students flute), now I am thinking about Yamaha YFL 471 OR Pearl 665, which one is better ? Or Yamaha 500?Thank you

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found this helpful! I'm a huge fan of Yamaha flutes, but it's going to vary from one player to the next. Do you have a local retailer that you could visit and have her try both? That's really the best option to see what fits best. If your budget allows, you can also order more than one flute online, try them and send back the one you don't want. That's how I selected my piccolo - I ordered two and returned the one I didn't want. Best wishes!

@alexcarter8807 2 жыл бұрын

this is a great lecture! I'm like 6 inches shorter than you and have little stubby Trump hands with weird short pinkies. I can reach everything on a flute with an offset G. I realize that means no split E for me, but I'm a trumpet player originally so I like to think I'm fairly good at fast lip slurs. As for weight, I'm used to holding up a trumpet so I should be OK there.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'd say that split E has become pretty standard these days. I generally recommend it for most people. Thanks for watching!

@ClemensVanBrunschot Жыл бұрын

@@TheMagicInTheMusic Yamaha has the combination of Split E and offset G

@rachelg7092 3 жыл бұрын

So I used to play flute and I’m looking at getting back into it, but I’m at a loss for what kind of flute to get. For background, I played throughout middle school and stopped towards the beginning of high school which was roughly 13 years ago. When I played I was intermediate-advanced for my age. At the time I played on a rented Yamaha student model. Now that I’m looking to pick it up again should I jump immediately to an intermediate model, or should I go back to starting with a more beginners model since it’s been so long?

@zzcjts 3 жыл бұрын

I am considering YAMAHA YFL 472 recently

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

I think you would probably be very comfortable on a Yamaha, especially since you played in one before. If you are concerned about getting an open hole flute, you can just put plugs in the holes until you adjust.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great flute! 👍

@rachelg7092 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheMagicInTheMusic thanks! I appreciate the recommendation! :)

@chiffon8869 4 жыл бұрын

For a step up flute, would you recommend getting an open hole one?

@TheMagicInTheMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I would. 👍

@vincento.3043 Жыл бұрын

Please is the a 20$ flute I really need one, even if it's old.

@alexcarter8807 2 жыл бұрын

Flutes are *not* expensive compared to a lot of instruments like violins. They're on a par with trumpets, which are pretty cheap for what you get. I'd say the only reason flutes trend a bit more is the precious metals used in making them. I was prepared to spend about $2500 on a trumpet that's probably the equivalent of a 400-series Yamaha flute. And it's just lacquered brass. The only silver in sight is the plating on the mouthpiece and my favorite ones cost $50 or less. Since I've decided to switch to flute, getting a 300-series for under 2 grand brand new, feels like a good deal to me.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the 400 series Yamaha is a surprisingly good price for having a solid silver head joint and body. On the other hand, when you move into professional model flutes, you can find many in the tens of thousands. That's also because many of those instruments are gold.

@arieswaters Жыл бұрын

So the question about the B foot or the C foot.Can you play C note with the B foot??

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

Yes, a B foot can play a low C.

@alexcarter8807 2 жыл бұрын

*925* or *.925* more properly, means 925th/1000 silver content, which is the specification for sterling silver. This is found on musical instruments, jewelry, silverware, sculptures, etc. There's also "Britannia" silver which is 95%, there's coin silver which is 90%, blah blah blah. Just get a Yamaha that's new, very lightly used, or recently given a good overhaul and you won't have to worry about such things.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I've never had a bad experience with Yamaha flutes.

@Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan Жыл бұрын

#48 @ 1146EDST, Jan 20/2023. Useful and informative, another KZfaq channel I'm compelled to subscribe to! Jesus wins✝️™️.

@TheMagicInTheMusic Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. 👍

@miguelsuarez8010 5 ай бұрын

A flute without a bell would be fine, but without a whistle wouldn't make any sound.

@fingerhorn4 9 ай бұрын

Please don't call them "step up" flutes. This implies your previous flute is inadequate, and it is rarely the case. The difference in sound between a good student flute and "step up flute" is negligible as 90% of the tone is produced by the player. The beginner/step-up/advanced/professional flute path is a marketing ploy to convince you to keep buying new flutes when there is no need. Except for a very cheap instrument, most decently made flutes are perfectly adequate and you don't need to keep discarding then purchasing new flutes. Buy a good student flute and it will last you years. Then buy if you need one a better flute ONLY if your technique and sound is improving to outstanding levels.

@TheMagicInTheMusic 9 ай бұрын

I have to respectfully disagree. While there are some beginner model flutes that can make a pretty good sound, there is a pretty huge difference between the sound and response that I (or anyone) can get on a higher quality flute. Yes, a player with a low skill level will not really sound better on an intermediate or professional flute, but a higher quality instrument will absolutely allow developing flutists to better showcase their sound and technique. It also depends on what you’re doing as a flutist. If you’re playing for fun in your own, you may be perfectly happy with a beginner model. But if you’re playing in a quality high school music program, auditioning for honor groups, competing in Solo & Ensemble, auditioning for youth symphonies, etc. You would definitely want to level up your sound to be as competitive as you can. It’s also just generally more comfortable to play on an upgraded instrument. The response and action FEELS often better, and when it feels better to play, you’re more motivated to practice.