I have an inexpensive beginner student flute that is in disrepair. It has been stored in a damp basement for 20 years. A local music store told me it would cost much more to get the flute in playing condition than the flute is worth. I can not afford to buy a new flute. Would it be possible for a handy person to get the instructional information to do the work oneself at home, to replace pads and do other work required to make a flute playable? If so, where would one find this detailed information?
You should contact a local qualified technician who will do the fitting of these parts. This type of work should only be done by a qualified technician.
As a child we used to put a tiny (reeeally thin layer, like very very little) bit of vaseline on the head joint. Then it would slide on smoothly but not twist while connected the body:) hope this helps
I don’t even have a flute
Hello Antonets san, I'm Luciano Alves from Yamaha Brazil. Good Job!!!!
Hi Luciano-san, thank you
Do you have any of bassoon?
I have an inexpensive beginner student flute that is in disrepair. It has been stored in a damp basement for 20 years. A local music store told me it would cost much more to get the flute in playing condition than the flute is worth. I can not afford to buy a new flute. Would it be possible for a handy person to get the instructional information to do the work oneself at home, to replace pads and do other work required to make a flute playable? If so, where would one find this detailed information?
This type of work should only be done by a qualified technician.
@@LehAn4a ok then, I guess I should discard the instrument.
@@hikesystem7721 I have the same problem
@@hikesystem7721 you could rent a flute
@hikesystem7721 why not do the repair by yourself, those pads cost little, you have nothing to lose.
What do I do if my head joint cannot join the body as smoothly ? It’s hard and I don’t wanna force it
You should contact a local qualified technician who will do the fitting of these parts. This type of work should only be done by a qualified technician.
As a child we used to put a tiny (reeeally thin layer, like very very little) bit of vaseline on the head joint. Then it would slide on smoothly but not twist while connected the body:) hope this helps
Slide grease
…avoid wearing rings while assembling, disassembling, cleaning or playing your flute,- just saying 🤷♂️