Jupiter 313S Prodigy FluteJupiter Quality and Design
Jupiter Commitment to ExcellenceThe quality of Jupiter flutes is recognized worldwide. Because flutemaking is a combination of science and art, Jupiter constantly seeks the latest innovation in design and engineering to achieve ever higher standards in the manufacturing process. Leading players, teachers and artisans collaborate in the design and artistry that makes each Jupiter flute a truly great performance instrument.
HeritageThe heritage of JUPITER began in 1930 when KHS International, its parent corporation, opened as an educational products company in Taipei, Taiwan. The letters KHS stand for "Kung Hsue She" meaning "a company helping schools and culture". This simple definition still represents the primary goal of the JUPITER brand.
Attention to DetailsEach Jupiter flute has a precise feel, response and key action. Skilled technicians hand seat all pads and hand adjust all mechanisms. This includes final detailing of embouchure hole, riser and lip plate of each headjoint
Dedication to DialogueJUPITER maintains constant contact with performing artists, educators, repair technicians, instrument designers and our network of dealers to better respond to the requirements of music education and performance
World Class ReputationJUPITER has established itself as a respected world-class name in musical instruments and continues to attribute its progress to remembering its heritage of "helping schools and culture".
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This is fantastic! As I play flute, piano, AND violin, I know the value of the proper size of instrument! I have been playing piano for almost 11 years. I have had chronic tension problems due to my small hands. Recently I tried out a piano with 7/8 size keys, and my tension problems vanished. Similarly with violin, does a 4-year-old student begin with a full size instrument? NO! But because of the proportional adjustments, the transition from a 1/4 to a 1/2 to a 3/4 to a full size is not overly difficult. Bravo to Jupiter for creating a "1/4 size" flute. I have played this flute, and had a 6-year-old try it, and it works fantastically!
This flute is perfect for the young flutist. I have had several students use this flute. Many of them start at age 3 or 4. When the students are big enough they easily switch to a regular curved headjoint flute then eventually on to a straight flute. Its a smooth and easily process for the students. This flute and case are very durable and the sound quality is outstanding.
I recently purchased this flute for my 6 year old son. It is a perfect fit for him, and has a great sound. I played several of my own pieces with this flute, and it maintained its intonation, was able to jump between octaves with ease, and the mechanism was smooth and quick. I also tried the 515FS which has both curved and straight heads with a regular body, and it responded just as well. I wish I had had a flute that played this well when I was starting out. A good first instrument makes a huge difference in the success of a young student.
I first used this flute 4 years ago with 2 first grade students. Both had no trouble moving to full sized flutes last year. My own daughter has been playing one for the last year (she will be 6 in 3 weeks). Not only is it easy for small hands, but the tone is smooth and free blowing for small lungs.
