Not only does it play all the 3 useful octaves very well (i rarely play the 4th octave) the novo student flute also seems sturd...  Read More

Not only does it play all the 3 useful octaves very well (i rarely play the 4th octave) the novo student flute also seems sturdy, yet very light and comfortable to hold.  Read Less

Quality of sound is pretty good for the first two octaves.

Quality of sound is pretty good for the first two octaves.  Read Less

I learned to play flute as nine-year old child, and as adult i return intermittently, as time permits.

I learned to play flute as nine-year old child, and as adult i return intermittently, as time permits.  Read Less

The sound is soft as in a plastic recorder ( but with higher volume ).

The sound is soft as in a plastic recorder ( but with higher volume ).  Read Less

I would say for this price range its very good and of course, its completely waterproof.

I would say for this price range its very good and of course, its completely waterproof.  Read Less

I can not comment on long term durability but knowing instruments well enough, it looks like this flute could withstand reasona...  Read More

I can not comment on long term durability but knowing instruments well enough, it looks like this flute could withstand reasonable use, and if it no longer works, getting a replacement would not hurt at all given the inexpensive cost and great value.  Read Less

Of course, this doesn't replace my silver flute, but when i found myself having extreme allergic reactions to my primary instru...  Read More

Of course, this doesn't replace my silver flute, but when i found myself having extreme allergic reactions to my primary instrument, this was a great, inexpensive substitute.  Read Less

I didn't want to return or exchange this great playing flute through amazon (per protocol) just to get a small non vital part, ...  Read More

I didn't want to return or exchange this great playing flute through amazon (per protocol) just to get a small non vital part, so i contacted the seller and nuvo directly.  Read Less

I contacted both by email regarding the missing tiny lip plate removal tool which was missing- no doubt during packing as the b...  Read More

I contacted both by email regarding the missing tiny lip plate removal tool which was missing- no doubt during packing as the box and other accessories were unopened.  Read Less

I do think it has its uses, for a time a few years ago, i preferred it over my student model gemindhardt.

I do think it has its uses, for a time a few years ago, i preferred it over my student model gemindhardt.  Read Less