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Silver plated vs nickel plated flute

Silver plated vs nickel plated flute

Plating Materials Nickel – Commonly used in beginner flutes, nickel plated flutes feature a hard composition that makes it easy to care for and clean. ... Silver – Heavier in weight, silver plated flutes have a darker sound than nickel flutes. It adds a bright shining finish to the flute.

  1. Is nickel or silver plated flute better?
  2. Is nickel plated better than silver plated?
  3. Does a solid silver flute sound better?

Is nickel or silver plated flute better?

There's not really a difference. It's just cosmetic. Most people would get the silver plated. As far as student model instruments, for some reason I have always liked the nickel plated ones slightly better.

Is nickel plated better than silver plated?

Conclusion – it all depends on personal preference

Nickel plated trophy cups will save you a lot of work when it comes to cleaning and polishing. They are also the best choice for damp environments that cause silver to tarnish quickly.

Does a solid silver flute sound better?

I'm trying to figure out if the solid silver body really does make a difference in overall tone. There are debates everywhere about this. The answer has usually been: not necessarily. The sound of a flute is mostly determined by the design and craftsmanship put into it.

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