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WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY, since 1953! A very clean grenadilla wood piccolo from W. 100% MADE IN USA. Looks and plays like a new one. All new pads and corks, no cracks, everything original, silver plated keywork, no worn spots to the silver. Pretty much “like new”. THE ACQUISITION of any pro-quality flute is a very personal decision. And if there are too many variable, the musician is easily confused and frustrated. Which means we invite you to pay us an in-person visit. Wichita’s close to almost everything and a day’s flooting in our shop means you’ll have above more than two dozen artist-quality flutes with French keywork to test. We’ll be delighted to welcome you! Always in stock in our small workshop / sales room. A selection of pre-Wasser Powell flutes. A small selection of “Golden Age” hand-made Haynes flutes, pre-DeVeau. A handful of vintage 19th. Century flutes, fully original and restored, not re-tuned or otherwise altered. New flutes from Pearl, DiZhao and other firms. In January of 2026 our small workshop in Wichita celebrated seventy-three years in business. Over the decades, we’ve repaired and restored more than two hundred vintage French flutes from Louis Lot, Bonneville, Claude Rive and Buffet-Crampon plus hundreds of professional-quality flutes from Haynes and Powell. Today we have ten employees including four of the finest repair technicians in the country. We are not amateurs, nor are we a “back bedroom” operation. We would be pleased to furnish you with references attesting to the above. Wichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. We’ve been in business since 1953 and have had the same owner since 1963. Originally we were a repair shop that specialized in woodwind and sax restoration. Today we have 10 employees including four of the finest repair technicians in the country. Virtually ALL the items we sell have been fully reconditioned in our own shop, although we do sell a few unrestored historical instruments each year. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace, whichever in our estimation is the more advisable, pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953! We’re happy to respond to any and all questions about flutes and other musical instruments, but please don’t write and ask What’s granny’s mellophone worth? Wichita Band Instrument Co. In January of 2026, our small workshop in Wichita will celebrate seventy-three years in business. We are not in the 1952 Wichita telephone directory, but we ARE in the 1953. Over the decades, we’ve repaired and restored hundreds of woodwind instruments, specializing in woodwinds from the early twentieth century and before. Today we have ten employees including five of the finest repair technicians in the country. WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS / USA.

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This listing is for the flute with an unfinished overhaul. The flute is not playing and will require several hundred dollars of work to get the new pads sealing well and bumper materials added. It is priced accordingly. If you would like the flute in playing order, see my other listings for the same flute with finished overhaul. One of a kind antique wooden Wm. S Haynes flute #989. Converted to open holes with split E mechanism by master flutemaker Kiko Candelaria. Being an antique it is likely “low pitch” more centered around A-435 vs. Today’s standard of A-440 but in the grand scheme of things 5 cents isn’t so far off and it’s possible to play the flute at modern pitch with a little effort. Granted you may not want to play this flute in an orchestra setting with extremely rigid tuning requirements, it has a very special voice absolutely worth being heard in smaller ensembles such as harp, other flutes, strings, etc. It’s possible a modern headjoint would further bring up the pitch to 440 or beyond. I play one of these myself and have no problem with tuning with others. Repaired crack in headjoint which seals perfectly. Open holes, offset G, split E mechanism, C footjoint. I can recommend a few options. Once of a lifetime chance at a vintage Haynes with these specs!

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The Pearl Wood Shell Piccolo 13x 3.5 Snare Drum is a high-quality snare drum designed for musicians looking for a compact and versatile instrument. Made with a maple wood shell and featuring a piccolo size of 13×3, this snare drum offers a bright and crisp sound perfect for various musical styles. The Pearl brand ensures durability and reliability, making this snare drum a popular choice among drummers looking for a reliable and professional-grade instrument.

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See the pictures for more details. Estimated arrival time can be delay. And it depends on custom in your country also. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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See the pictures for more details. Estimated arrival time can be delay. And it depends on custom in your country also. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.

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This listing is for a Haynes grenadilla wood Db piccolo made for the USQMC group back in 1918 (per Haynes’ serial records). This piccolo needs new pads/refurbishing to be in playing condition. This piccolo features grenadilla wood head and body. The keywork is Boehm with closed G#, it pre-dates the Bb trill (so no Bb trill key), silver keys and still has the gold springs intact. Included is a new case that is lovely with a burgundy interior. This is listed as part of an estate sale we are liquidating. We will be offering more instruments in a variety of specs and price ranges in the near future! Feel free to reach out if you’re on the hunt for something! All photos are of actual item available for sale. Additional photos available on request! Please note that we have this item posted on other online venues for sale and it is available on a first come first serve basis. Utilize the zoom tool above for the photo gallery to view more details.

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This is a very rare and hard to find early piccolo from the 19th century by the famous maker A Rampone. I do think it looks quite nice for its age likely being 175 years old or so. It measures roughly 11 1/2 when put together which I only did once and very gently. The locking mechanism on the wooden case still works properly. Very few of this age have survived. Please take a look at our other listings!

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30 Musical Instrument, Wood, Used, with Case. This is a used Nikkan Flute No. 30, a woodwind instrument suitable for various levels of players. It features a traditional design and comes with a case, making it a practical choice for both beginners and experienced musicians. ## Key Features and Benefits. Compact and portable, ideal for practice, performances, or collection purposes. Comes with a protective case for safe storage and transportation. Suitable for students, hobbyists, or intermediate players. Functional condition with some signs of use. ## Technical Specifications and Details. Category: Wind Instruments / Flutes. Item Condition: Slightly scratched or stained, with visible signs of use. Description: Flute, Nikkan Flute No. Body Material: Wood. Finish: Not specified. Country of Manufacture: Not specified. Experience Level: Not specified. Features: Not specified. Set Includes: Case. Item Dimensions: Not specified. Color: Not specified. Additional attributes such as bore size, headjoint material, and pitch are not provided. This item is classified as “Slightly scratched or stained, ” indicating some visible signs of wear and dirt, consistent with used instruments. Used but functional condition. Comes with a case for protection. Suitable for various skill levels. Compact and easy to carry. Please note that this is a used item, so some signs of wear and aging are to be expected. While I have described and photographed it as accurately as possible, minor imperfections may not always be visible in the pictures. If you have any specific concerns, please feel free to ask. This is a used item, so some signs of wear and aging are to be expected. Cancellations are not accepted after the order is placed. Please review the listing carefully before purchasing. About Us We are located in Japan and are committed to providing carefully selected items with reliable service. Thank you for your understanding.

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