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Gemeinhardt Flute (2SP)
Color | MultiColored |
Brand | Gemeinhardt |
Instrument Key | G |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Style | Modern |
About this item
- Most popular instrument selected by dealers and educators for beginning flutists
- Plateau model (closed hole)
- Offset G key
- Triple coated silver plated finish
- Professionally padded
- Stainless steel springs
- A standard and reliable instrument choice
- Unprecedented level of quality control including two tiers of professional magnehelic bench testing
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For beginners | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Value for money | 3.6 | 3.9 | 3.6 | — | 4.2 | 4.1 |
Sound quality | 4.0 | — | 4.1 | — | 4.8 | 3.9 |
Craftsmanship | 3.3 | 3.7 | 4.1 | — | — | — |
Sold By | — | Yu qiang | Glory Music | 8th Street Music | Taylor Music | Glory Music |
instrument key | G | C | C | C | C | C |
material | Stainless Steel | Nickel, Stainless Steel | Nickel | — | Silver Plated | Nickel |
style | Modern | Modern | Elegant | Modern | Modern | Professional |
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Product information
Item Weight | 1 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 2 x 2 x 26.5 inches |
ASIN | B0002F5IW8 |
Item model number | 2SP |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #47,801 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #103 in Flutes (Musical Instruments) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2005 |
Color Name | MultiColored |
Material Type | Stainless Steel |
Instrument Key | G |
Size | Standard |
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The 2SP has been a standard and reliable instrument choice for decades and remains the most popular instrument selected by dealers and educators for beginning flutists. With an unprecedented level of quality control including two tiers of professional magnehelic bench testing, the 2SP provides a solid foundation for student musicians to build on.
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, value, sound quality and performance of the flute. They mention that it makes a fine starter flute, it's easy to learn on and it'll never lose its value. They also say that it has wonderful, warm tones and that it works great.
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Customers like the quality of the flute. They mention it's a really nice flute, with a nice sound and great craftsmanship. Some say that it makes a fine starter flute, and is an excellent product at an excellent price.
"This flute is extremely good for the price and makes a fine starter flute...." Read more
"Great flute for the hobbyist. Nice sound. A beautiful instrument." Read more
"...said it was amazing and she didn't miss any notes, it sounds clear, crisp and the band teacher has been asking where I found it for such a great..." Read more
"...He said it is definitely a good student flute and a wonderful price for it...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the flute. They mention that it has an excellent tone, beautiful, and suitable for soft and quiet playing. Some appreciate the warm tones and soft key actions.
"...I have never played one in my life and found the tone to be very clear and easy to blow. The very same "stiff key" review noted a harsh tone...." Read more
"The flute seems to be playing well and has a nice tone but it arrived missing the cork for the 1st trill key...." Read more
"Great flute for the hobbyist. Nice sound. A beautiful instrument." Read more
"...it she said it was amazing and she didn't miss any notes, it sounds clear, crisp and the band teacher has been asking where I found it for such a..." Read more
Customers like the value of the flute. They say it's the best value for money, they're pleased with the price and quality, and it doesn't lose its value.
"...totally worth the price for a beginner and someone who wants to stick with it for a few years." Read more
"...He said it is definitely a good student flute and a wonderful price for it...." Read more
"...line, my child needed something a step up, and this flute was not only affordable, but was absolutely perfect, right out of the box...." Read more
"...I was excited when I found this one with such low price (of course, it may not be the same model they showed me in the store.)..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the flute. They mention that it has a good sound, and has no problem so far. Some say that the keys are very good to excellent. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...went through the entire range of keys and I found them to be very good to excellent...." Read more
"...She has played for three years on it and it continues to work well...." Read more
"The flute seems to be playing well and has a nice tone but it arrived missing the cork for the 1st trill key...." Read more
"...This still looks good and there was no problem so far." Read more
Customers find the flute easy to use and play. They say it's perfect for beginners and intermediate players, and is good for students or seasoned users.
"...I found this an easy flute to learn on. I have never played one in my life and found the tone to be very clear and easy to blow...." Read more
"...Great sound quality, great for a beginner or someone who hasn't played in many years. All around great flute!" Read more
"...It has a nice tone and she fond it to be easy to play. The quality of the flute was obvious...." Read more
"This flute has wonderful, warm tones and is good for the student or the seasoned user...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cleaning of the brass and woodwind instruments. Some mention that it comes with a nice case, cleaning rod, and cloth, while others say that there are black dirts inside the flute, marks all over it, and the airway was dirty.
"...Comes with a nice case, cleaning rod, and cloth." Read more
"...It had scuff marks all over it and the airway was dirty!..." Read more
"...The keys are soft to the touch, not bouncy, and you get a black plastic cleaning rod with it." Read more
"...have dark dots on them look like molds.. There are also black dirts inside the flute.However, the flute sounds really well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the condition of the brass and woodwind instruments. Some mention that it is brand new with a three year warranty, while others say that it was previously used.
"...It is so beautiful,and comes with a three year warranty. I asked my friend who had been playing flute for many many years to try it for me...." Read more
"...The rental unit wasn't even new (2-years old - yuk)!..." Read more
"...It is brand new with warranty." Read more
"...and the second one was previously used - not brand new! It had scuff marks all over it and the airway was dirty!..." Read more
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I looked around a long time before deciding on this particular flute. My daughter is starting band and I wanted a decent starter flute that would be easy to play and be durable at the same time. I played in band many years ago and I have seen a large array of different instruments. I can't see how you could a better value than this instrument. First of all it is Triple silver plated not nickel/silver like so many cheap flutes are. It is very obvious when you first see this instrument that is silver plated. I can tell you this instrument is nothing short of stunning in appearance. More importantly than initial appearance is silver can be polished to regain initial luster. I played a brass instrument that had a clear lacquer coat that looked awful after 2 years even though I cleaned my instrument after every use. I had a friend that had a silver plated trumpet that was beautiful after 6 years of playing. For me personally, silver plated is the best compromise from the intermediate and professional flutes that have gold and silver and other precious metals in their hardware. Please keep in mind this finish can still be worn off. You absolutely must wipe this instrument off after every use. The acid and oils in your hands and saliva will eat the finish off the instrument. This is much more durable than the cheap lacquer coated instruments but you still have to take care of it. It will certainly stay beautiful much longer than one that is not silver plated.
Open or closed 16 hole? My intention is to get my daughter a different flute or piccolo as she progressed if she desired to continue in band. As an initial flute the closed hole is a better solution for many as it is difficult for most young learners to keep that hole closed and learn the other fingerings. That being said, if you want to get a single flute for your child I would suggest as the best option one that has a plug that can be removed for that 16th hole or an open 16th hole flute. You will find many beginner flutes that have the 16th hole closed. Sometimes referred simply as a Plateau model.
Curved head or not? If my daughter was not almost 12 with average length arms I might would consider this option. I shied away from this because I was afraid that changing it back to a straight flute could potentially hurt my daughter's progress. Good technique starting from the start will overcome the problem of the keys being so far out. In case anybody is wondering what I am talking about, Jupiter one of the brands that sells a flute with a C-shaped head joint that shortens the distance you have to reach with your right hand to play the flute. Maybe I am too old school, but I think that playing with the standard shaped instrument will lead to better overall progress. This model does not come with that option. It was something that I explored so I put that information here in case you where considering that for your child. Please disregard this paragraph if you are not interested in this option for your child.
Key Action. One comment I read here said the key action was "stiff". First of all, this is a beginner instrument, you want the key action to be clean and decisive. Stiff in my opinion is an overstatement. This misleading comment alone could turn hundreds off to what I consider a great starter instrument. I played this instrument and went through the entire range of keys and I found them to be very good to excellent. I think perhaps if you where looking for an intermediate or professional instrument that this one would be quite disappointing. I would feel a vast majority of beginners would be very satisfied with the key action with an equal number of professionals would be sorely disappointed. Please take the "stiff keys" review with a grain of salt. My review is strictly from a search for a beginner's instrument view.
I found this an easy flute to learn on. I have never played one in my life and found the tone to be very clear and easy to blow. The very same "stiff key" review noted a harsh tone. I can not say that is true.
I spent a long time looking all over for the best value instrument. My choices where a used Yamaha or this one new. I am not a big fan on buying used products, I would never consider buying a used band instrument that was not recently refurbished by a professional music shop. You can quickly rack up a huge bill on replacement pads, key replacement and adjustments.
I think when you go just below this price point you really get into the cheap stuff. Poor key action, bad misaligned pads, poor craftsmanship and a finish that looks ugly after a year. [...].
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That is where this product comes in. For my oldest son we purchased an intermediate Trombone. He did not appreciate and has treated it poorly. Now I am upset every time I see it. We purchased it used from a local music shop that rents to students. They gave us a payment plan but charged us nearly full price for it, something we didn't realize at the time.
My wife and I decided after this that we would pay less for a first instrument, and if they liked it and stuck with it, then later purchase an intermediate when they would appreciate it and know better how to care for it.
After that experience we started looking online for instruments. I was very nervous at first as there are so many ways this can go wrong. However, it did not go right buying locally.
We bought this flute for my daughter. She has played for three years on it and it continues to work well. It had a minor issue with pads seating properly and simple adjustment resolved the issue. She does want to buy a better instrument now but is not certain she is going to continue playing through high school and beyond. Her teacher has commented positively many times on the quality sound that comes from this flute.
If the student sticks with it they will be able to make an informed decision later when it is time to buy an intermediate instrument.
If I had it to do all over again I would not hesitate, this was a very good decision.