A good deal at a garage sale/pawn shop/on-line auction?
For a flute to play easily for a beginning student it must have pads that seal properly, have no sticking keys, and be adjusted and regulated properly. (That is refurbished properly) You must add the cost of refurbishing to your “bargain” to see what it is really costing you. This is not to say there are not any bargains out there, but be sure you know what you are getting into. Some flutes are not worth the refurbishing costs even if you get the flute for free. If you start your son/daughter with a flute that is difficult to play, it can be very discouraging.
