Tipple flute with or without lip plate
Posted: Sat Apr 06, 2024 11:17 pm
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
https://tippleflutes.com/optional-lip-plate-headjoint/
stiofan