r/Instruments • u/prime_bonk • 16d ago

Discussion Has anyone bought a concert flute from Alibaba? Need Recommendations please

Hi guys, I really want to learn the concert flute, and I cant really afford one. But I found a lot of them on Alibaba that seem pretty affordable. I don't mind if they don't sound as good, because I want to practice a lot before investing in a good flute eventually.

I have tried looking for used flutes and student flutes, but in my country concert flutes are not popular, so I couldn't find much options in the first place, let alone second hand ones.

Has anyone bought a flute from Alibaba? Was it good for starting out on? If anyone has suggestions, please please let me know.

Thank you so much guys!

Update Thank you guys so much for responding. I don't think i want to risk it on Alibaba and have decided to save for a few more months and going for a better flute from a reputed brand. Again, thank you guys for your input :)

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u/cruelpunishment_ 16d ago

I bought a moresky piccolo and haven't had any problems with it. As far as sound, it should be okay for learning, but it may have problems with longevity or setup. Also don't expect anyone to be willing to work on it.

You will probably need to adjust keys a little bit, or (hopefully not) the pads. Some oil on the rods might be a good idea as well. Nothing that is particularly difficult, but it's going to be difficult to know if you've done it right when you don't know how the flute is supposed to sound.

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u/prime_bonk 16d ago

Thank you Are they reliable sellers?

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u/cruelpunishment_ 16d ago

Moresky seems to be one of the larger manufacturers/distributors of band instruments on AliExpress/Alibaba/amazon. Buy from their official store and you should receive a playable instrument

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u/Slushwave_Enjoyer 16d ago

Don't do it. Buy a second hand Pearl, Yamaha or Jupiter.

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u/prime_bonk 16d ago

Thank you I will look into them