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WE NOW OFFER A ONE WEEK TRIAL PERIOD (Headjoint can be returned after one week trial if not completely satisfied. See return policy under “Ordering Info”.)

Hi Juan!
I received the wooden headjoint today that you made for my Emerson Robert Dick model bass flute and I love it! I checked it against my tuner in all octaves and it plays perfectly in tune in all octaves with the headjoint pulled out about 1/4 in, which is where I like to be on all my flutes. The lower register is particularly well in tune; more so than the silver head that came with it which always seemed a bit flat down there. Also, the note transition seems particularly smooth. I played some Bach cello sonatas (adapted for low flutes) and it was glorious–much better than the original metal headjoint. I particularly like the nice thick wide lip plate; the flute sits so securely and comfortably–no wobble, no slippage– and with the big flutes that’s very important. And the Mother of Pearl crown is beautiful. I ‘m happy as a clam; got exactly what I wanted and thank you from the bottom of my heart. One final thing, I can put as much air as I want through it and the sound doesn’t crack. So thanks again Juan.
M. Jensen.
NYC.
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Hi Susan, did you receive the headjoint o.k.?

Juan,
I DID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!! This sounds AMAZING!!!!!
I was going to buy a custom made irish flute…and I am so glad I didn’t! I really like this one…and the sound now…is so rich, smooth…
I’m so glad I did this, it will be a lifetime of enjoyment.
Thank you, for your gift with this what you do!!!!
Susan F
Dexter MI
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Dear Juan, I was able to give my new headjoint a trial run last night.  I am very happy!  I found it to have a very pure tone in all registers, without any harshness or shrillness whatever as I have found in all my silver headjoints.  From the lowest C to the highest C, all the notes came out strongly and easily, and I did not have to struggle to keep them in tune as on a prior wooden headjoint that I had.😉  I wouldn’t call it exactly mellow, that’s not the right word; if I do come up with the right word I will let you know.  But I think it was my best choice absent trying out an $6000+ gold or platinum headjoint (which was not an option anyway).  I am glad that I decided to go in this direction, with your wooden headjoint.  I feel that it will be perfect for my woodwind quintet and blend very well.  I also feel that I will use it exclusively in the community band in which I play, even though my original intent was to use it only for some of the more classical pieces.  I think the person who sits to my right with my flute in their ear will be thankful for its easy-to-listen-to tone as well!  For the first time in a long time, I really enjoyed practicing, and I think I won’t grow tired of it, and will continue to pick up my flute more often now, for practice.  I am even inspired to get back into celtic music, and playing with native american flute ensembles, too.  I feel that I now have a unique and versatile sound, and I am hoping that my frustration with my tone will subside.  I will send you a follow up later on to let you know how I feel after a period of time. The sharp angle on the blowing edge is very helpful and makes for easy playing. I want to thank you for your professionalism.  You were very responsive, diligent and informative throughout the process; thank you for that!
Ramona Glasgow
Woodbridge, CA
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TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
I tried all the wooden headjoints that were for sale at the NFA convention on my Powell flute, and I mean ALL of them. I tried the American ones, the European ones, the Australian ones, and I must honestly say that none of them played quite as good as the J. Novo wooden headjoint. The J. Novo headjoint, in my honest opinion, is the best wooden headjoint on the market today.
G. Pena
Miami, FL
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Dear Juan,
The head joint arrived on Saturday, 29 September [2012]. It fulfills all my expectations. I think the combination with a parabolic grenadilla head joint and a cylindrical silver piccolo body is the most perfect piccolo I have ever tried. This combination gives a full tone in the bottom notes and brilliant top notes from the grenadilla wood. I could say I am a kind of specialist since I have two wooden piccolos and two silver ones, and now I have a 5th perfect option. Best regards.
M. Friis
Denmark
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Juan,
I have been using your head joint for about 6 months now and I have to let you know how many compliments I have gotten on my “Rich tone”. I play a lot of Celtic music and sold my Irish flute because my silver flute, with your headjoint, is superior in every way to the Irish flute.
This flute is a joy to play because I can hit the low and high registers easily and with beautiful tone. Once again, thank you for your talents.
A. Yost
Connecticut
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Juan,
Your wooden headjoint is fantastic! The low notes on my Haynes flute are louder and clearer than ever before. I played duets with a friend and the blend and sonority of the ensemble was greatly enhanced by your headjoint. Your wooden headjoint gives a complex tone with lots of overtones and this richness makes a good ensemble blend. The solo sound is just what I want, too. Tone preference is very personal, and your wooden headjoint gives me the tone I have been looking for. I am very pleased with the headjoint and the whole process of purchasing it.
Best regards,
J. Baker.
S.F., California
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Querido Juan
El Headjoint llegó ayer martes a mediodía. La verdad es que no lo esperaba tan pronto. He tenido que adaptar un poco el tenon porque no entraba, pero ya está solucionado. Suena de maravilla, y consigo, sin haberla trabajado, dinámicas que no conseguía fácilmente con mi headjoint de Haynes, que es muy buena. Gracias por todo y que Dios te guarde muchos años.
Tuyo sinceramente,
G. Martinez-Garcia
SPAIN
[English Translation: The headjoint arrived yesterday at noon. I really didn’t expect it so soon. I had to modify the tenon slightly because it didn’t fit, but it is fine now. It sounds marvelous, and I can achieve with little effort dynamics that are harder to get with my Haynes headjoint, which is a very good headjoint. Thank you for everything and may God keep you for many years to come. Sincerely yours. G. Martinez-Garcia, Spain]
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Hello Juan,
The headjoint sounds great! Better than my original Muramatsu headjoint. It seems to be a very good headjoint.
Thank you so much for everything Juan.
F. Damien.
Montpellier, FRANCE
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Dear Juan
First, let me thank you for cleaning up my Brannen flute while you had it. It looks very sharp. I have spent several days playing the two wooden headjoints I purchased from you in both the Brannen & the Yamaha flutes I own. I also compared your headjoints with a gold Brannen headjoint that I have. I spent a lot of time on the chromatic tuner comparing the octaves and noticing the difference in the feel between the original Brannen silver headjoint, the gold headjoint, and your wooden headjoints. I am now becoming very comfortable with the wood. It feels good against the lip – not cold or slippery. The 2nd & 3rd octaves are clear & easy to play, and quoting my wife, they sound “softer”. Chromatically speaking, your headjoints are identical with the Brannen headjoints. The lower octave is softer & sweeter on the wooden headjoint, but I have not yet mastered the pedal note easily – as was typical of my experience on all my flutes. Basically, the wooden headjoints sound the same on the Yamaha & the Brannen. The Brannen silver headjoint & the Brannen gold headjoint are more brilliant and edgy sounding in the 3rd register compared to your wooden headjoint, and personally, I prefer the sound produced by your wooden headjoint. In addition, your headjoints play more easily in the 3rd octave than the Brannen headjoints, and in this quick response I find your headjoints very pleasing and indeed preferable. Your headjoints are of the highest quality. They add a softness to the upper registers that I had always wanted and had been searching for. Lastly let me say that it was very pleasurable to work with you. You are straightforward, knowledgeable, highly competent, trustworthy, efficient, and a great craftsman. I would be pleased to recommend you to anyone.
A. Acosta.
Seal Bch., California
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Dear Juan
My Brannen flute really sings now. I can’t believe the sound I am getting from your wooden headjoint. It is truly beautiful and quite amazing to me. I never thought I could get that sound from my flute. Everyone who hears it falls in love with it. You were right! I love this headjoint now. Thank you so much for all your help, patience, and fine work. I can’t thank you enough.
M.S.
N.Y., N.Y.
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Hello Juan
I am thrilled!! And I am touched. I am thrilled with the responsiveness and richness of sound. It is more that I imagined it could be. And, I am sure I can get even more from it after I have played it for a while. The people in my group heard the difference as soon as I started playing in rehearsal yesterday afternoon. I am touched because your art has produced something that adds such beauty to the world. It is a particularly wonderful kind of legacy. Thank you for the dedication to your art.
J. Liberti.
Colorado Springs, CO.

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Dear Juan
I really love my new headjoint. The sound is great, and it plays so easily. For an amateur like me, it is making some of those difficult high notes that much easier!
S. Lewis
Tustin, CA
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Dear Juan
My flute with your wooden headjoint arrived on Saturday right before I took off to my performances! I am a very happy musician and everyone whom I performed with had nothing but compliments on the improved sound. When I played my first few notes with the wooden headjoint I felt like a kid on Christmas morning! I still have a smile on my face every time I play it. Thank you so much and I will send you a copy of my debut album as soon as it is completed.
A. Gonzalez
Amherst, MA