Mendini Flute Review & Unboxing [Budget Flute from Amazon Tested by Pro Flutist]

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4 жыл бұрын

Budget Flute from Amazon (Mendini Closed Hole Flute) is reviewed and unboxed by a professional flutist. If you are considering buying a cheap flute online, this flute review provides more information about the Mendini Flute including assessments on technical specs, mechanical performance, tone quality, playability out of the box and accessories. Also includes multiple musical examples so that you can hear how this budget flute sounds.
✅ MENDINI FLUTE on AMAZON: amzn.to/397e8AK
👓 MENDINI FLUTE SPECS
The Mendini Closed Hole C Flute is Nickel Plated (probably Nickel Alloy under the plating) and features a Split E Mechanism, Offset G and C-Foot. The Mendini Flute also comes with Gloves, Flute Stand, Cleaning Cloth, Cleaning Rod, Screwdriver and a Protective Flute Case.
⏰ MENDINI FLUTE REVIEW TIMESTAMPS:
01:21 - Unboxing the Mendini Closed Hole C Flute
06:22 - Assembling my Mendini flute
07:01 - Technical Specs
09:12 - Chromatic Full Range Test
09:44 - Musical Examples
13:15 - Post-Play-Test Evaluation
15:04 - Reading Reviews
18:19 - Final Thoughts about the Mendini Flute
CHEAPEST FLUTE ON AMAZON SERIES LINKS:
🎥 Part 1 Review (Glory Flute): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m7RidMaEyrLcZaM.html
✅ GLORY FLUTE on AMAZON: amzn.to/3jgfU74
🎥 Part 3 (Mendini vs. Glory Flute Comparison): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rrWVmrKn0dKal6M.html
MY GEAR:
🎙Recorded with Shure MV88 for iPhone: amzn.to/2LVH6sE
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ABOUT MY CHANNEL:
My goal with this channel is to help inform and inspire your flute practice, whether you are a developing flutist, an adult amateur, flute teacher or just a lover of flute music and all things flute. Subscribe to my channel (kzfaq.info) for more budget flute reviews, tutorials, tips and tricks, as well as live performances of etudes and other flute repertoire.
ABOUT ME:
Flutist Lance Suzuki has been consistently praised for his "gorgeous flute tone" (NY Times), as well as his "captivat[ing]" (NY Concert Review) and "mesmerizing" (NY Classical Review) performances. As a chamber musician and soloist, Lance Suzuki has appeared at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Marlboro Music Festival, New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, the 92nd St Y and live on NPR's Performance Today. A committed educator, he serves as President of the Hawaii Flute Society and teaches students of all ages and abilities. Find more about me at www.lancesuzuki.com/.
ONLINE FLUTE LESSONS: www.lancesuzuki.com/flute-lessons/virtual
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@YLIU 3 жыл бұрын

gosh, you made this flute sound so elegant and resonant. this company should pay you for promotion. but i think Mendini would get so many complains from customers about why they can't make a sound like you in this video. but still appreciate that you wanna show the price of flute shouldn't be an obstacle for a flute learner. :)

@renatofrossard19 3 жыл бұрын

It's amazing what you can do with such an affordable flute. This shows you're a real professional and a great teacher. Besides, it helps us to know that we can find playable flutes that are "payable"😁👏😍!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Renato! I was surprised myself at how well these flutes can play for the price!

@deegeorge5711 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be possible to show a video of how you make adjustments to the Mendini and Glory i.e, checking loose screws and tightening, how to check if keys are moving together as the should and how to adjust if not

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I think this is a great idea for a video and will get to work on that. Thanks!!

@jacobmiller2202 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I think that would be a cool idea! I would def tune in for video like that

@prism223 Жыл бұрын

I picked up a Lazarro flute which appears to be in the same category as the two reviewed here and got similar results: 1. Definitely needed adjustments to make it playable. 2. Once adjusted, honestly it was very playable. 3. The nickel silver seems to be either finicky or inconsistent, as parts of the instrument tarnished extremely quickly while other parts with direct skin contact stayed intact. 4. I never completely adjusted the split-E mechanism due to needing to add more padding between the metal pads, but it's so close it doesn't matter in practice. Overall it seems that these

@firebreathingmoonbeam3961 3 жыл бұрын

I have now watched the first 2 review videos. They have really helped me. Thank you so much.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I'm glad they helped. Thanks for watching!

@lisahinds4785 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your detailed review and explanation! I enjoyed heading you play the Mendini. I'm beginning to play flute again after decades away from playing. I need all the advice and training I can get. 🙂

@stevenshaylerhodes 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video, Lance. I played oboe many years ago, and I have always wanted to take up the flute. This looks to be a great budget-friendly starter instrument. 👍🏽

@Holokin 3 жыл бұрын

It's incredibly helpful to know what I'm getting myself into by buying a flute. I don't really have any experience with one aside from some ages ago back in middle school, and very much not the same instrument as a closed-hole flute. I'm more a composer, but I really want to learn an instrument or two so I have a chance to bring some more life to my pieces, given a lot of my work is with sampled plugins and the like. The information helps! You deserve a bigger following for stuff like this, helping folks on a tight budget like myself. Thanks a bunch!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm glad this was helpful and good luck with the flute!

@sparkle27crystal 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful playing! I wasn't even this good in school and I was winning awards! A true professional flutist. 🥰

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Aww..Thanks so much, Crystal! ❤️❤️

@wgandy9541 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review of both this flute and the Glory flute. Very nicely done and the information you provided is extremely useful! Thank you very very much!!!!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your comment and for watching!

@leejoycechung2162 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Can’t wait for the next review. Great idea for anyone wanting to see if flute playing is for them and to get their feet wet so to speak. Love the presentation.

@LanceSuzuki 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lee and thanks for watching!

@joannadahlcano2800 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for creating these flute reviews! I am elementary public school music teacher, and your videos were a quick, reliable resource to use to explain to parents about the worth and abilities of these brands (I also watched the Glory flute review). I'm subscribing for any future reviews!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, and I'm glad the videos were useful to you! I am thinking about reviewing piccolos in the coming months.

@KF-eq3vw Жыл бұрын

I really like the way he points out the positive things about the instrument. Some families may not be able to afford thousand dollar instruments and it would be sad for your students to miss out on the gift of music.

@lotuses9178 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this review!

@MrJbchocolate 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review. Thank you and subscribed

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@kurthutchison9822 10 ай бұрын

I've had a good experience with the mendini clarinet and recently bought their flute. The clarinet is nicely tuned to be easy to play for a new player, surprising to see such care in a low-priced product. I'm newer to the flute so this video is helpful. Thanks.

@Laxphe Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review mate bought it for 129 including the essential elements book 💯🤘

@eastmarvista3267 3 жыл бұрын

Great unbiased review.

@JSomerled 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely wasn’t expecting a beginner flute to sound that nice.For a youth beginning the instrument I can’t see how you can go wrong

@Nymeria0 Жыл бұрын

I’m impressed by how easy it is for you to make beautiful sound. These beginner flutes are significantly cheaper than the name brand flute and come with so many accessories. Sound pretty decent. However, it seems one needs a bit of knowledge of flute adjustments and mechanisms to get it working.

@rh8611 3 жыл бұрын

Very good review. I was considering buying and found this informativd

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I hope you enjoy the flute. I think it is a good choice for the price!

@paulcasey796 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks we enjoyed and learned a lot! :)

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful. Thanks a lot!

@slaterhorsetraining Жыл бұрын

Thank you for reviewing this for us. What an amazing artist you are. I'm an older adult, and have managed to learn the Alto recorder fairly well. I dn't do so good w/ written notes, but can repeat almost any melody someone sings to me. Not all, but most. I've been playing the dang thing for 7 yrs now, and I just find it squeeky. especially if I'm playing outside or with a bunch of other people and I have to be loud. So, I'm looking at learning the flute for it's softer sound. Will try the glory flute first, thanks to your review.

@LanceSuzuki Жыл бұрын

When playing with others, playing softly is a good skill to have. However, when practicing, it is important to let loose and make a full sound. When your full sound is consistent, you can learn to manipulate it to play more quietly in a healthy and sustainable way. Happy practicing!

@profitleads 2 жыл бұрын

Very straightforward and honest......the best kind of qualities for a reviewer. I noticed that you've also produced a review of the Glory piccolo. I wonder if you're planning to do a similar review of the similarly priced Mendini piccolo.

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Mending piccolo review is definitely possible foe the future. Thanks for watching!

@terrancegoodson9538 10 ай бұрын

So far the Mendini seems good with better quality than Glory model. The case and stand are very nice for the price. I, also, think the tones were more even than the Glory and especially liked the consistent tone at the top. In the 1970's I learned/played in sixth and seventh grade with wonderful and talented teachers. When I began touring with my artist family I took my flute with me and enjoyed playing but only occasionally. Sadly, through the years, my flute sunk below the sands of adult responsibility, it became unplayable. O, flute where art thou? THANK YOU LANCE FOR GIVING US DIRECTION AND HOPE. The Glory and Mendini reviews were a real pleasure to view and I plan to buy the Mendini. Your playing was sweet and expressive, a delight to listen to. I love your vibrato. The joy of achieving your goals shines from your face and tones. Note: I met Rampal at Saratoga Springs (Rampal and Claude Bolling concert, Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano pieces, WOW!) and to my surprise his question was how I was doing in my flute progress. I never imagined he would care and it blesses me every time I think of it. He was glad to sign my album and sincerely wished me well. He will be missed!!

@visionpiping1048 9 ай бұрын

i love your videos! I bought the mendini through your link today...on sale for $99

@LanceSuzuki 9 ай бұрын

Great! I hope you enjoy it!

@MirandaNike Жыл бұрын

I just got a copy of bolero, you made it sound so lovely. I'm going to practice it to show my flute teacher 😊

@LanceSuzuki Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, and happy practicing!

@NatashaRichner 3 жыл бұрын

It would be awesome to see the difference in the cheapest open hole B flutes on amazon.

@mimielizabeth14 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making these videos! I'm an adult now and looking for an inexpensive option to start playing again in a community band. The only flute I own is my student flute from 6th grade (which is far longer ago than I would like to admit) and she's taken a beating over the years (I was not kind or gentle in middle/high school. I sincerely wish I could take that back). I'm just trying to find something affordable that I could play around with. These videos are really helping me with my research!!

@LeeBerache 10 ай бұрын

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for including the short lesson (and demonstration) of how to properly assemble the instrument by grasping the instrument by the tube only, and not grasping the rods and keys. I see SOOOOO many kids, and even professionals grasping their flutes by the rods and keys, and I just cringe!!! I want to yell "DON'T TOUCH THE RODS!!!!" LOL!!!! Great review!

@richardcasey7521 3 жыл бұрын

What you experienced is the adjustment screws are not staying out. A drop of clear nail polish will help keep the adjustment screws from loosening.

@inotmark 2 жыл бұрын

My opinion of the Mendini flute is that you play very well.

@amberstreetfilms Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@theeverydayflutist6927 4 жыл бұрын

very informative video!

@LanceSuzuki 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much and thanks for watching!

@davidmadle5007 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this very helpful

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Great! I’m glad you found it helpful!

@davidmadle5007 2 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki Hi Lance have you ever reviewed the

@michaelnancyamsden7410 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty surprising. Thank you.

@quentinm.williams9 3 жыл бұрын

I like the way this one looks better than the glory one mainly because of the way it looks 😍 thinking about learning flute in addition to clarinet for 7 years

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Great! If you already play clarinet, you have a head start on certain flute skills (fingerings, air). Good luck!

@gidie2898 Жыл бұрын

hi lance,excellent your vids,you are a great musician,can you recomend for beginners choose close holes flute like this mendini,or buy open holes? are much diference in sound? which do you recommend?, thank you

@brandilee1008 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Lance! Thanks so much for your videos. I got a very similar cheap flute off Amazon (says it’s a different manufacturer but I am suspicious) and have been playing again for about 6 weeks. After watching your b flat video I found that my sound quality improved dramatically when I started using the bflat key. BUT then I noticed that the rest of the notes had obviously different sound qualities depending on if I’m using the bflat key or not. Additionally, the C5 and C5# sounds…”hollow” is the only word I can think of for it. The C6 and C6# do too, but it’s not quite as noticeable. Is this most likely to be primarily a “cheap flute” problem (based on your experience of this very similar flute), a “needs adjustment” problem, or are there tips and tricks for making the “C” sound less hollow and my Google fu has failed me? Thanks so much!!

@carolynlieberman5458 Жыл бұрын

One thing to know about nickel plating is that allergies to nickel are not uncommon. My solution is to put a small, waterproof bandaid on the lip plate to protect my skin.

@micaelelima2294 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the review!!! I'm from Brazil and here I don't see Brazilian musicians talking about this flute, the price isn't that cheap here though, but when compares with others (pro) become.

@think2023 Жыл бұрын

Locking regulation adjusting screws with clear nailpolish will help.

@maverickdallas1004 3 жыл бұрын

I think for the price, it's worth paying extra for a professional setup and adjustment. Even at twice the original purchase price by the time it's all said and done, you'll have a very good playing and functional instrument that should last a pretty good while, that sounds and feels way more expensive than it actually is.

@jenniferandrews6556 3 жыл бұрын

Bolero is one of my favorite pieces.... I hear the drums in my head :D

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Great! That means my timing wasn't terrible!

@jenniferandrews6556 3 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki absolutely not. Your videos is one of my research videos while choosing a cheap flute on amazon. It was my birthday and figured I would teach this old horse (me) new tricks. I taught myself a few instruments but i only play by ear. I can not read sheet music lol. Hopefully I will figure this flute out. I can manage to get sound out of the headjoint. not so much once the entire flute is assembled. But it has only been 2 days. So this is my new challenge....at 38 yrs old haha. Maybe one day I will post a video if I do figure out how to play a song lol.

@reneenospam 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I ended getting the Glory open hole with B foot because it’s what I played years ago. It came with hole plugs, but I couldn’t stand them and took them out. Did you compare the lengths of the main body of the flutes. My Glory ended up being about .5” shorter than my old flute. The key positioning was not affected, it just shortened the barrel a bit. I am 68 years old picking up the flute again after 20 years. I had extensive dental work done and was so disappointed in my embouchure I put it down. Now that my kids are all grown up and I’m retired, I have the urge to work at rebuilding some of my skills. Unfortunately, my old silver flute needs work before it will be playable again...anywhere from $500 to $800 dollars. Before I invest that much, I want to see how successful I can be in playing for enjoyment with a decent tone and agility. Muscle memory makes fingering easier to get beck, but embouchure is another thing altogether. The Glory was $165 which I was willing to fork over for the open holes, silver plating and B-foot. But now I’m wondering if I should return it for a similar Mendini because of the tone.

@LanceSuzuki 4 жыл бұрын

That's so interesting. I will definitely compare the lengths. Happy practicing!

@feliciastuddard755 Жыл бұрын

With my b foot open hole flute I got a flute stand and a tuner/metronome

@tbelding 3 жыл бұрын

I think the accessories come with the case, and they're sourced from the same factory in China. I wouldn't throw away the cork grease. I have a bassoon that likes it.

@noeltemple9476 Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the review . Could you perhaps at the summery of points list add a check mark after each point (to reinforce that the achievement point was met) or maybe scaling from say 1 to 5 (to grade where improvement is neeeded). This also may aid those who came into the posting a bit late or were distracted and missed the body of the review. Thank you.

@chiaragayatriidolcini5616 2 жыл бұрын

Bravo,, grazie!

@neilstern7108 Жыл бұрын

Have a glory if you stick to the metal uncolored they play well, got it cheap 50 bucks but needed undercutting mouthpiece. I agree with you I had to work to get it to be balanced on high and low. But now for fifty bucks free delivery it's nice. Now I got a cheap yamaha open hole for 100 dollars new I think it may need some love.

@deandre.mtz11 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@davidjung1824 3 жыл бұрын

Great through video. Would you recommend this flute for a woodwind doubler who has studied another instrument (saxophone in my case) at the college level and is wanting a cheap flute to learn on and want to keep playing it till ready to upgrade to a more "professional" model?

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I think this would be a great instrument for that purpose. You can definitely use it to explore the flute and that process will probably help you to pick out the right pro-level flute when the time is right.

@packer812 2 жыл бұрын

I am 53 and I am considering starting to learn playing the flute. I am in love with the sound of the instrument. This sounds like the perfect flute for a beginner. I am going to have to start from scratch though, so learning some theory first would probably be helpful?

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

I think there are books out there that teach theory and flute together.

@ncharles9027 7 ай бұрын

I have the Glory but I want to buy a Mendini because it sounds better. I have friends with the Mendini and I prefer the sound on that flute.

@ulfbro3973 3 жыл бұрын

You are a very honest and neutral person. I have experienced similar situations with saxophones which are, in my humble opinion, more complicated to build than flutes are. I play cheap Tenor and Soprano saxophones and one metal clarinet (from China) but I do play them well. I have played in Jazz bands, in Orchestra and in small ensembles since more than 20 years. Such saxophones have to be looked after all the time, which I do myself. And then thy play well. I once went to see an instrument maker who refused to repair such a cheap crap. Then I learned to do it myself. In the end I found another instrument maker whom I can ask when things get too difficult. Why should I pay 3500-5000 Euros for an instrument when I can get it from China for 300 Euros? So I think it will be the same situation with flutes. As long as the mechanical parts are doing well the flute will probably play to whatever sound the mouthpiece renders.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I try to remain as honest as possible with these flutes and keep my playing as neutral as possible to let the qualities of the instruments come out. My primary flute is, of course, much more expensive than these ones. However, I really do see the value of these cheap instruments for those who are just starting out or can't afford more. Thanks for watching!

@monicawichgers3028 Жыл бұрын

I believe the white gloves are part of the marching band uniform. It's always good to have a second pair of gloves in case you lose them.

@cleartruth101 5 ай бұрын

Again thank you for a great video. Right away I could tell the Mendini's sound quality was way better, but when you shared how much adjusting you had done, I thought that leaves me out of the game, which is a drag. If when first receiving it no maintenane or adjustments were needed at least for say six months that would be fine, but to receive it and it not sound right unless adjusted is a significant consideration. Too bad because like I said it sounded great. Maybe I will check my local music tech for the cost of adjustment before purchase.

@kvblum2007 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Great review!! I have a question. When will the part 3 video be available for viewing? Also Do you have any plans to review the Kaizer Flute C Key 1000 Series Closed Hole Nickel Silver New 2018 Model Student Flute FLT-1500NK. It’s also another inexpensive flute featured on Amazon. Thank you so much for your time and expertise!!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kirk. Thanks so much for watching and for your comment! I am planning to work on Part 3 this weekend. Let me know if you have any music requests for that video. It looks like the Kaizer is currently out of stock on Amazon.

@kvblum2007 3 жыл бұрын

Can play the music of Joesph Schwanter entitled “Black Anemones”? The flutist named Alexa Still did a haunting version of it as well as several other flutists. Or maybe do “Imagine” by John Lennon 😊

@kvblum2007 3 жыл бұрын

By the way, the Mendini sounds the best to me. I like hearing the flute played in the lower register because that’s the hardest register to play in and in tune, in my opinion.

@andreaaudreylumapas9803 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for reviewing this flute cuz i was really planning to buy the Mendini Flute and i was wondering if its worth it.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks for watching!

@hanqiao1 3 жыл бұрын

Considering this brand. The tone is good, incredible for its price but just worried about its mechanism. How to handle adjustment? Wait to see more clips and comments on Mendini. Lance is great, made Mendini sing.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tony!

@theyakel1 2 жыл бұрын

Flexing that chromatic with the high C# I could never

@wallacea-nyc.4300 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. Question in a $100/ 300,00 US Dollar Range. is there would be a much better product in the market, that you know of or had made already a video?

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your question, Wallace. I haven't explored the $100-300 range yet. For my next review, I'm considering this topic or cheap piccolos. I will hopefully get to both eventually. Thanks for watching!

@scootermacarthy5990 5 ай бұрын

Nice review. Something buyers may consider is where to have repaired because many reputable repair techs tend to avoid this economy flute as these type of flutes rarely stay in adjustment and parts are not available esp. screws. These off brands can damage the reputation techs prize and may not be guaranteed to be fixable.

@MommaCC 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this. Although my daughter and I both already have really good flutes, I always like to check out spare options on a budget. With my nickel allergy, this one is out of the question, but it definitely sounds like a good starter/try me flute.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

There are some silver plated ones at similar price points. What flutes do you and your daughter play on?

@MommaCC 3 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki I have an older open hole b foot gemeinhart as well as a c, my daught is playing on a Jupiter we got last year, c foot, closed hole with the offset keys.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@nettyperez7611 Жыл бұрын

I know NOTHING about flutes. This Oct 2022. My daughter is 13 yrs old in 8th grade. I am watching your video because when she was starting 4th grade I was unaware she was supposed to get an instrument. We agreed that the flute might be better for her than a clarinet after multiple KZfaq videos. Renting one (option to buy) for a kid that was not going to last (per my previous experiences with her)… better but something that might rise her interest… a flute with COLOR!!! YOU CAN LAUGH!!!😂🤣 So, i went to Google… searched cheap but “good” and PRETTY!!! So, I got her to agree that she can use a BLUE ONE!!! After all she was not going to last a lot and worst case I can always buy a new flute on AMAZON!!! Long story, short…She takes care and love her blue thing… I don’t think that she will be a musician, we move 2 times, she made sure that thing is OK. Like 4 Band teachers… she fight to stay on the band… and her only complain has been that the zipper broke so she need a new bag or fix the old one. I REPEAT I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT FLUTES. If I buy a new flute maybe I will jinx her band time.🤣😂🤣😂

@nettyperez7611 Жыл бұрын

I forgot to say… Yes, it is a Mendini flute and I think it was like $99 because I was on a rush to get the thing because school had already started.

@DallasCityGurl 3 жыл бұрын

The Glarry flute is also 78 dollars and I hope you can review it too, as I already ordered one, lol. The Glarry company makes most instruments for budget level cost.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, please check out Part 1 of this series where I review the Glory. Also, in Part 3, I compare Glory and Mendini flutes. Thanks for watching!

@charlottetsang3800 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I was wondering whether there would be leaks on the flute? I have seen multiple reviews on this flute saying that it has a pretty bad quality and it is impossible to play. Thanks!

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I can't speak to others' experiences, only to the flute I received. Mine was definitely playable out of the box. There were some small leaks (which are to be expected) and I was able to improve those pretty easily.

@jj-lw9oo 3 жыл бұрын

How much would the adjustments that you made cost if I took the flute to a repair shop? I love this review... I'm an flute player I used to play when I we in highschool. So I want to buy this flute to teach my son to play.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

That's a hard question to answer as repair prices can vary from technician to technician and depending on what part of the country/world you are in. I would estimate anywhere from $50-100+/hour. What I did was incredibly simple and took me about 5 minutes to do.

@feliciastuddard755 2 жыл бұрын

Have you done a review of the mendini open hole c/b foot flute from Amazon?

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Felicia, I haven't gotten to the open hole version but hope to do so in the future. Thanks for watching, and for your comment! Lance

@Choosefaithnotfear 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure this flute sounds better than my 45 year old second hand bundy II flute that’s never been serviced. At least it can hit the low c. Mine struggles.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

My first flute was also a second hand Bundy. I think I spent about $90 of my Christmas money to get it...memories...

@Joraya. 2 жыл бұрын

My first flute I got in a used condition from eBay, and almost all repair shops actually refused to do any maintenance or repairs on it. ^^“ As an adult beginner I wanted to know if the instrument would be for me, so the Amazon varieties probably would have been a better option. I am currently playing a Jupiter flute that cost about 499 EUR, though I am renting it for 20 EUR a month while automatically buying it in time. Is there a specific time period in which you should show your instrument to a professional to get it adjusted? I‘ve been playing my flute for about 1.5 years now, but I cannot tell if there should be any adjustments made.

@Yelrebmikkim 2 жыл бұрын

Most flutists including myself try to get a COA (service) once every 12 months, although that doesn't always happen for me. Because you're renting to buy, I'd contact the place to see if they can service it. I always notice a huge difference after a service.

@farahabousherif2348 3 жыл бұрын

Can you compare this flute to the glory one please? I’m looking into getting one and the prices and reviews don’t really vary

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

They are very similar which is why I made this comparison video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rrWVmrKn0dKal6M.html Thanks for watching!

@ginaooi6522 3 жыл бұрын

Lance, If we are able to get a used Student Bundy or Gemeinhardt for the same price as the cheap Amazon one, which is preferred? They say the Bundy and Gemeinhardt 2SP are in "Good" condition. Are used, older branded ones better than new cheaper ones? Thank you.

@kaandis7457 3 жыл бұрын

It really all comes down to the make of the flute. How well it is made determines how long it will last and how well it performs. Other used reputable brands will likely last longer than very cheaply made products like Mendini flutes. An older model may need repairs, but if found in good condition, it will likely last longer after repairs than a cheap Amazon flute would. Sorry the explanation isn’t more in depth, I’m not an expert. Also, it really does depend on the brand and such. Maybe a used Yamaha would be really good! Happily fluting!

@ginaooi6522 3 жыл бұрын

@@kaandis7457 Thanks! Enjoying your videos.

@ronaldjacobs8169 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I am very surprised about the quality and purity of the tones that come out of this cheap flute, but I also know that these beautiful tones don't come from the flute itself because a flute can't do anything by itself. It takes a good flute player and it will be because even a bad flute can sound beautiful or not, although this was most certainly not a bad flute, just cheap, although a bad flute can be sold dearly just because it is beautiful . I prefer a less beautiful flute because it sounds beautiful. My compliments to this man, a very beautiful flute player, beautiful in character and beautiful in skill. Thank you.

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Ronald!

@kvblum2007 3 жыл бұрын

On Amazon, the Mendini Flute is offered in “nickel-plated” and “silver-plated” models. Which model were you playing? Which model do you feel would be the best choice? Thank you 😊

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I played the nickel-plated one in this video (exact flute linked in description). I'm sure the silver-plated one would be fine as well. I wonder if it makes any difference in the sound. Thanks for asking!

@shreya0615 3 жыл бұрын

I like it 😃😄😁

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks so much for watching!

@shreya0615 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@paulaunderwood2933 3 жыл бұрын

This was extremely helpful! Looking to buy a new flute. I own a Geimenhart(can never remember how to spell that!) and I’m trying to decide whether to get it repaired or just purchase a new flute out right! have played for Band/ pep band and church... in my area, it costs $50 for an estimate on “possible” repairs needed! This $50 is also a deductible towards repairs, if you do decide to go that route! Do not know if that is a good deal or not! ????; Especially if I can buy a Mendini for under $100! Advice???

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I think it depends on what model Gemeinhardt you have and how much silver is in it. $50 for estimate is steep (I've never heard of an estimate charge before). Mendini is a fine choice for pep band and outdoor playing. However, keep in mind that it will eventually need repair as well, so buying a new one would only be a temporary solution. You will always end up in the repair shop at some point. It is hard for me to tell without seeing the flute, but if you have things like torn pads/mechanism problems, you will be looking at a more expensive repair. I hope that helps a little!

@paulaunderwood2933 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your prompt reply! This does help a lot and I appreciate your professional opinion! And with this knowledge I will be searching for a different flute repair specialist! I desperately miss playing the flute and will be so glad to resume playing!

@DallasCityGurl 3 жыл бұрын

I have the Glarry(not glory) and I am learning with it. But I wonder if the mendini is the same, just different name?

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the Glarry flute. However, from my experience with Glory and Mendini, although very similar, they are definitely different instruments. Thanks for watching and good luck with your flute practice!

@karenramirez2899 3 жыл бұрын

i’m in the process of wanting to buy my own flute. i’m a senior in high school and i’ve been in band for 6 years, i want one of the good ones but my budget doesn’t allow that. what brand would you recommend i look for?

@karenramirez2899 3 жыл бұрын

in looking into the open hole, in-line, B foot style

@sebastian._._______5056 3 жыл бұрын

I know im a bit late but maybe eastar

@feliciastuddard755 Жыл бұрын

@ Lance Suzuki I heard that a place that repairs and cleans flutes will not work on cheap flutes. Is this true?

@LanceSuzuki Жыл бұрын

Hi Felicia. It really depends on the shop. For some repair shops, I would definitely say that this is true. Also, you would end up spending more on the repair than the value of the flute.

@debbrooks3598 3 жыл бұрын

The gloves are to avoid tarnish, Coin dealers use them to keep coins clean from finger oil.

@kryzak123 2 жыл бұрын

That's my first flute!!! :)

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Do you still play on it, or did you get an upgrade?

@kryzak123 2 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki I did a couple months ago when my Trevor James 10x was in the shop for maintenance. It was definitely getting a little leaky and took a bit of effort after 3 weeks of daily practice (after playing it for my first month), but surprisingly the tone is still pretty good. I have since upgraded to the Yamaha 677.

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

Great! Congrats on your Yamaha upgrade and happy practicing!

@kryzak123 2 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki Thank you! Loving the Yamaha right now. Keep posting these awesome videos. They're super helpful!

@leo5208 3 жыл бұрын

I see that the Mendini flute is made by the Cecilio Company in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, but who makes the Glory flute? If a top notch flute maker were to finish them to the highest standards - including more work on the embouchure hole - do you think that they'd sound as good as the most expensive flutes? I don't see why not, since I don't believe it's been proven that material makes a difference in tone quality.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I think the Mendini is probably still manufactured in China. However, it is finished in CA. I'd bet that Glory is made in China as well. The metal composition definitely makes a difference. It's hard to describe, but mainly affects tone quality and the response to your air. For example, people can tell the difference if you just change the metal of the riser (the small chimney that connects the lip plate to the tube). With more expensive flutes, you are also getting more handmade elements and more sophisticated mechanism. All that being said, you can still get a very decent sound from these cheaper flutes and, depending on your needs, they may be the perfect solution.

@TJTinerella 3 жыл бұрын

how about you do a video of how to do the adjustments....Don't worry about me doing it myself there is nothing I can't fix

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I've been thinking about this topic for awhile. Mainly how to describe and film it. Stay tuned...thanks!

@MuzikJunky 3 жыл бұрын

You ever play contemporary classical with electronics or true-school hip-hop? Peace.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

I lived in NYC for 15 years and ended up playing a lot of contemporary music with electronics. I love doing that but haven't had as many opportunities lately. Usually others took care of the electronic aspect for me and I just showed up to play. I need to figure out how to do that on my own. 2021 goals! Flute has been blowing up in hip-hop recently (esp. Lizzo) and it's so cool to see!

@Sam94122 2 жыл бұрын

White gloves are for marching band and other ceremonial occasions.

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍

@KimberlyCulpen 11 ай бұрын

I can hear a difference, though small and I'm certain as a professional, you can feel the difference. I played for over 30 years until I had to sell my baby to support my real babies... and I just can't bring myself to buy one I can afford as I am afraid it just won't satisfy me. I'm starting to think maybe something is better than nothing?

@alexka9245 3 жыл бұрын

White gloves = for marching band flutists 👍

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

👌

@allisontyrrell964 4 ай бұрын

I bought the mendini but when I try to do a scale only the top half of the keys make sound, it's almost like I loose all air through the flute, I wish I knew what I was doing wrong

@LanceSuzuki 4 ай бұрын

Great question! I'm sorry you're having these difficulties. Do you know another flute player nearby? If so, can they try the flute? Then you will know for sure if it is you or the instrument. That being said, I might be inclined to just return this flute and exchange it for another. It sounds like it might be out of adjustment. Good luck!

@s.j.b.9528 4 жыл бұрын

Do you recommend purchasing the Glory or the Mendini flute? I used to play the flute, alto sax and trombone in high school 12 years ago. Now that I am older, I would like to resume to playing an instrument and the flute seems to be the most cheapest. Help me choose the between the Glory and Mendini.

@LanceSuzuki 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully within the next week I will be posting a direct comparison video between the Glory and Mendini which can maybe help you to decide. Thanks for watching!

@paulineb66 4 ай бұрын

I want to use a flute around children, and one of these cheap ones might be good. My best flute is $2200, and I am afraid to use it or even a good student flute in such a setting.

@LanceSuzuki 4 ай бұрын

Good idea!

@muriois2957 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is dope as f*ck

@zzcjts 3 жыл бұрын

where is it made in?

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Amazon says "factory overseas." I assume that means China. However, it also says that they are tested in Southern California. That's probably the final step before shipping.

@stephenleslie9282 2 жыл бұрын

Would it better to save a bit more money and buy a flute with good set up as I know nothing about flute the extra cost for a set up would out way the price of the flute just my thoughts it does sound beautiful but that could your mastery

@LanceSuzuki 2 жыл бұрын

If you’re looking for a long-term instrument, then it’s always better to save up. The end sound is always a combination of the instrument and the player. Thanks for watching!

@TwainsBlues 3 жыл бұрын

Lance - I must admit that I'm a bit disappointed in this vid... You go from unboxing to wonderfully balanced, resonant and solid intonation without ever discussing your tuning process.. haha. I would be keenly interested and appreciative if perhaps you made a vid dedicated to your methods of tuning a flute... even micro-tuning... to find the sweet spot. What steps did you go through to find the perfect center to your 24K flute? What is your preferred tuning note? Do you tune using harmonics, an array? Very curious.

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great question and very deserving of a future video! Long story short, I am not sweating it too much. I think that (especially these days) flutes are made to play mostly in tune. Our job as players is to make them resonate in the most efficient way. Perfect example...even this cheap flute can sound pretty good and play decently in tune if it is well resonated. When the flute is not resonating well, it can lead to a lot of intonation problems. When I play with others, we usually tune to A. I always use the low A as well as a couple other notes (D, E usually) to get my bearings. Then I get ready to be flexible because that is the most important part of playing in tune with others. Does that help a little?

@TwainsBlues 3 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki Every little bit helps, Lance.. Thx for responding. I'm self taught so I missed a lot of the basics. I played sax professionally for 30 years and after some health issues switched to flute exclusively about 15 years ago... It's the variables on the flute that are tricky... Sax - you work with a tuner, find the sweet spot for the mouthpiece and take it from there. With the flute the variables - not just pushing in or pulling out, but rotating the HJ, the wind speed, attack, support, the overtones... all remarkably flexible... a lot of weight on the player... since 90% of what I do is improv, I'm not always prepared for the nuanced adjustments.. like having strong air support at the end of a phrase and needing then a firm embouchure to keep the note up... Tuning and playing in tune is an infinite subject for me... You have extremely good pitch and a full resonant tone... enjoy listening to you...

@bellefair3547 3 жыл бұрын

If you compare that Mendini flute to the expensive ones, do you put more effort in blowing with this cheap flute?

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

The Mendini definitely takes more effort to play than my pro-level flute. However, it depends on what you are playing. If the music isn't too hard, I can get by on the cheap flute. When things get more complicated/faster, my good flute literally is a well-oiled machine and there is no substitute.

@KimDMurray Жыл бұрын

Well for a beginner.. with no instructive out if the box ready to play is important . The glory flute would be better although you lose sound quality based on the one your reviewing here. Thank you

@mid9moth 3 жыл бұрын

3:46 White gloves: *exist* Flute players: "Aw that's so cute!🥰" *Proceeds to yeet them out the window* "anyway let's move on🧐" Also, it's the "I ah, I give up 😂😅" for me 🤣🤣

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

🤣

@jeffriej-f3189 9 ай бұрын

Still on the fence😬

@quentinm.williams9 3 жыл бұрын

the fact that your flute is the cost of a mortgage down payment is crazy! talent is an investment though

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah. Flutes can be really expensive unfortunately. 😥 However, there are also great options at lower price points.

@MsLacy707 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty good for a hunnid bucks! Slightly Tenny on the highest octaves, but indeed a great gift tool. Picking one up to play small flute parts, (percussion on flute) #mslacy707

@LanceSuzuki 3 жыл бұрын

Great! Let me know how it goes with that flute!

@MsLacy707 3 жыл бұрын

@@LanceSuzuki Got it! It's the blue one. So I haven't played in 20 years (I play percussion professionally), lol the Bflat scale and C are still in my memory! Definitely gotta work on my embresure, but I'm getting sound on all the notes. I do think the right hand pinky E has to be slightly filed. Gonna start with 30 minutes a day, just scales.