Is a nickel or silver flute better?
Lighter in weight than most other materials, nickel produces a sound that is crisp and bright. Silver – Heavier in weight, silver plated flutes have a darker sound than nickel flutes. It adds a bright shining finish to the flute.
What is the best metal for a flute?
Silver is said to produce the "most flute-like" timbre. Characterized by a rich and warm timbre that carries well, the sound of these instruments will spread to every corner of a concert hall. Retain the rich timbre that characterizes silver flutes, have excellent resonance, and allow unrestricted variation in timbre.
What is a silver flute worth?
The all silver-plated Intermediate model flutes range in price between $560-900.