I'm considering ordering a Tipple flute for a backup/no-maintenance flute, but just heard from Doug that he's no longer offering the lip plate option. Has anyone compared the lip-plate 'model' to the one without it? I'm inclined to believe that the extra chimney height would give a PVC flute improved/stronger tone in the lower end, so I'm thinking about whether or not to look for a used Tipple with the lip plate vs. ordering a new one without. The suggestions on Doug's site for the standard no-lip plate version seem to be oriented more for beginners (which I'm not), so I'm mulling it over. Whaddya think?
https://tippleflutes.com/optional-lip-plate-headjoint/
stiofan
Tipple flute with or without lip plate
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Re: Tipple flute with or without lip plate
I've been in touch with Doug, who's suggesting that the standard version without the lip plate plays well for both beginner and experienced players through 2+ octaves, so I'll defer to his opinion, especially since this would just be a low-cost flute I'd take with me where I wouldn't tote my wooden flutes. I had a Tipple years ago when I was first learning to play, but must've passed it on when I began playing wooden flutes.