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Artley is a reputable brand that is no longer in production. It was a part of the Conn-Selmer line based in Elkhart, Indiana (though some flutes were made in Nogales, AZ). The Artley is in the same "family" of flutes as Armstrong, Bundy, King, Henri Selmer Paris, etc. Conn-Selmer merged with the Steinway Music company in the mid-1990s. The resultant company, now privately held, is renowned worldwide for its concert, orchestral, and marching band instruments. It's hard to go wrong when choosing from their line. Artley flutes come in a wide range from student to intermediate to professional models. The 18-0 is a student model with some nice feature like full silver-plating for a good resonant tone. The embrochure and riser is well-cut and designed for easy development of good breath technique through all the octaves. The keys are well-made and comfortable for the fingers. The Artley 18-0 is DURABLE. The fact that there are so many still being played says a lot. This is a good, long-lasting flute. It is easy and inexpensive to keep in top condition, and parts (pads) are available with no problems. The tone is very good (A = 440) and while there may be (alleged) "advances" in tone hole builds, these flutes continue to be EXCELLENT for the vast majority of flutists, beginners through high school and some college players anyway. (The pro players go for an entirely different class of instrument!) I'm a flutist, flute teacher, and former pro (symphony) player, and occasional fixer of flutes -- I recommend this brand (and others). Happy fluting!Read full review
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It is a good make, it is worth fixing. We had it serviced and made it a gift for a person going to mission in Africa. It is an easy to carry instrument that can be played everywhere.
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Very Well made USA made instrument, with good pads its easily competes with other very good brands.
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Very happy with the sound of this flute, it's condition, and great price! Thanks for the good service too.
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I am a woodwind and brass instruments' repair-man. This flute is excellent after doing a complete overhaul on it.
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