Jupiter 521S Alto Flute (with Straight and Curved Headjoints)

by Jupiter

Product Features

• Jupiter's tube construction, comfortable key design and precision mechanisms
• Jupiter's classic tone quality
• The 521S Alto Flute features: Silver plated headjoint and body
• Forged nickel silver dapped keys; Key of G
• Precision cut headjoint with hand finished embouchure

Product Details

• ASIN: B0002F4YOG
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #138,776 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

Jupiter's tube construction, comfortable key design and precision mechanisms contribute greatly to the beauty and warmth of Jupiter's classic tone quality. The 521S Alto Flute features: Silver plated headjoint and body; Forged nickel silver dapped keys; Key of G; Precision cut headjoint with hand finished embouchure; Stainless steel springs; Double skin pads. Includes woodframe case with durable nylon cover.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid performer, December 12, 2006

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colloquial (Fond du Lac, WI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jupiter 521S Alto Flute (with Straight and Curved Headjoints)

When I was looking to acquire an alto, I play-tested the Jupiter side-by-side with the comparable Dean Yang model. While the Dean Yang had a smoother, lighter mechanism, the Jupiter out-performed in other areas. The headjoints are cut with just the right amount of resistance to allow for a gorgeous lower register without sacrificing the sweet, haunting upper register. Intonation is good, even with the curved head and it just feels good in the hands. The straight headjoint may be a stretch for smaller players, but the curved headjoint eliminates reach problems. My only real bone of contention is the case; while the straight headjoint fits inside the case, the curved headjoint slips into a pocket on the outside of the case cover and really isn't as protected as it could be. Maybe Jupiter will rethink the case design and actually provide a case that incorporates both headjoints within for maximum protection.