Nuvo Flute Vs Guo Flute | Which Plastic Flute Is Better?

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Күн бұрын

Are you considering a plastic flute? Which flute is better? The Nuvo Flute or the Guo Flute?
There are differences between the flutes, so one may fit your needs better than the other. Differences include feel, sound, durability, and more.
Chapters:
0:00 - Nuvo Vs Guo
0:39 - Sound Difference
1:48 - Price Difference
2:04 - Water Resistance Difference
3:17 - Feel Difference (Headjoint, lip plate, keys)
5:48 - Who The Flute Is Made For
6:34 - Maintenance
7:04 - Flute Pieces
8:18 - Indestructable?
9:29 - Size Difference
10:30 - Listening Again (Scale)
11:53 - Try out the Guo Flute
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@ofiterpunte 10 ай бұрын

I have the Nuvo 2.0. I'm not a child, I don't play in the rain or the shower, I don't drop my flutes. I have no idea why they're marketed as such. Yet I spend about 80% of my practice time on the Nuvo, warming up, learning new pieces, staying at a comfortable tempo, not expecting miracles above the upper register G. It's sooooo comfortable to hold. And it has nice whistle tone response so it's great for practicing at night. The remaining 20% of my time I splurge on my all-silver clean-shiny-kept-away-from-oxydizing-air Muramatsu DS, putting the finishing touches on pieces I've learned by heart on the Nuvo. You'd think I'd hate the Nuvo's tone, but I don't, it's more than enough for practicing. I don't know the Guo but it seems to be for a different audience. I'd buy the Nuvo again a heartbeat. It's not "cheap" by any means (you can get cheaper all metal flutes), but It's so nice to have a flute ready to go, all the time, out on the kitchen table. Love it.

@DougYeager 6 ай бұрын

Love the comments in favor of the Nuvo. (I have one and appreciate it for what it is). I recommend it as the flute of choice for a parent starting a kid on flute: you have lots of things to spend that money on, and the Nuvo gives you a reliable and consistent instrument that is easy to play

@gabihem Жыл бұрын

I have both. In my humble opinion Guo is far better than Nuvo: build, look, sound and quality wise. That being said, Nuvo is a good entry level flute that won’t break the bank, and I would recommend this one over a cheap metal one for a beginner. It also has many advantages for beginners, especially for children. My daughter is playing it at school and it’s a lot easier for her to hold it and reach the keys.

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

I agree! If the child is a little older, like 12 or 13, I might recommend a regular standard flute. If younger, for sure the Nuvo flute is great for them. They aren't going to be doing any crazy 16th note runs, I'm not worried about clunky mechanisms for a beginner child.

@CrankyBeach 11 ай бұрын

Several years ago I bought a Nuvo sight-unseen from Amazon. I put it together, blew a note, and was amazed. Yes, I do have to work harder to get a similar sound to my "real" flute, and it's a bit clunky, but I can toss it in my backpack and take it outdoors without worrying about what would happen if I fell in the creek, for example. And I took it with me on a tour to Israel and it got baptized in the Jordan River with me. It's a great flute for just goofing around. Finally... it's much lighter than any metal flute. I've seen videos where flutists have used one to stay in practice while healing from arm or shoulder injuries or surgeries.

@kevinchoy5961 22 күн бұрын

Good point, it is probably better than investing in vertical flute during rehabilitation.

@christiansfortruth5953 9 ай бұрын

The Guo sounds better. It has a more constant sound on all the notes. Great vid😊

@DisasterAuntie Жыл бұрын

So, the Nuvo flute is thicker because of a couple of reasons. One, thicker walls make it sturdier. Two, a larger interior diameter means the keys can be closer together, which is helpful for small hands. It's brilliant for a middle schooler, or an elementary student if their hands are large enough for a standard-ish flute. Also really useful for playing in rough weather that would endanger any other flute's pads. My friend's daughter plays a Guo for concert band in the winter and spring, and a Nuvo for marching band in the fall. I hear they're planning to step her up to a nickel flute for high school, and if she goes to music school for flute they'll probably get her a silver or silver-plate one. One thing I can't tell from your video: how does the Guo composite feel in the hands? I know it uses a blend of wood dust and... is it plastic, vinyl, hard rubber, or resin? Does it have a smooth wood feel, a rough wood feel, or does it still mostly resemble plastic in the hands?

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

Even though the flute has a little bit of texture, it still feels like you are holding plastic.

@RobbieWallace-qg2yj Ай бұрын

Wait a second aren’t you the crazy flute lady?!

@MusiciansAddition Ай бұрын

I am the Crazy Flute Lady!

@jennifermoorehead733 Жыл бұрын

I’ve got a Nuvo and have used it when I need to play outside in rainy weather. It’s nice to have an option that won’t get ruined. Ps) Nuvo does sell some replacement parts. You should reach out to them.

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

It is great for outside play. I should reach out. I need a whole new foot joint though as the part the holds the rod in place is what broke.

@jennifermoorehead733 Жыл бұрын

@@MusiciansAddition if you have all the pieces maybe it can be glued but I bet they’d be able to replace it.

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

@@jennifermoorehead733 Don't know until we ask. I'll give them a call.

@paulineb66 10 ай бұрын

The Nuvo is great for practicing and playing outside. I also have a low end professional Brio flute. For $200 dollars, the Nuvo flute is fine. You can’t expect professional quality at that price.

@MusiciansAddition 10 ай бұрын

That's absolutely true. On both accounts.

@Usefulmusic 10 ай бұрын

Does the New York Flute Centre also sell the Nuvo flute?

@MusiciansAddition 10 ай бұрын

They do not. I got mine from Woodwinds & Brass. You can get them from Sweetwater as well: bit.ly/nuvo_sweetwater

@kevinchoy5961 22 күн бұрын

Interesting, the sound of shower is actually pretty good background noise.😂 like playing in a rainforest.

@MusiciansAddition 22 күн бұрын

Love it! It would be like playing in the rainforest!

@Hedgehogsinthemist123 Жыл бұрын

My Guo is not the same. The lip plate is in the usual place and not at the end like yours. Also, it comes in three parts. I only bought it about three months ago.

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

Interesting. Which model is that? I suppose I should list the model.

@Hedgehogsinthemist123 Жыл бұрын

@@MusiciansAddition Toco New Voice

@michaellee2731 Жыл бұрын

I love my Novo flutes because I-have two of them

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

Don't get me wrong, they still are good flutes! Before mine broke, I planned on taking it out kayaking with me.

@christiansfortruth5953 9 ай бұрын

Are they married?😅😅😅

@WytcherNytes Жыл бұрын

*whacks burglar with Nuvo flute* “Frankly, Nuvo, your instruments just don’t stand up to abuse!” 🙃

@DVDKC Жыл бұрын

GUO >>>>> Nuvo

@MusiciansAddition Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@paulineb66 10 ай бұрын

I don’t have a Guo, but they seem more like a standard flute. If I were in the market for a new “real” flute, I’d be tempted to get one. The Nuvo is what it is, and I love mine.