Jupiter Woodwind Instruments
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About the Jupiter Brand
In the last decade Jupiter have been one of the fastest growing brands in the world, and out of all the manufacturers in the Far East, they have shown incredible commitment to improving the quality and design of their instruments. Here in the UK Jupiter are second only to Yamaha in their recognition as a quality manufacturer of Woodwind & Brass.
Noel Sheehan (top row, 8th from left) outside Jupiter's Chinese manufacturing plant in 2001
At Sheehans, we have been involved with Jupiter since they were first imported into the UK in the early 1980s. At that time we started to buy their Flute, which was a cut above similarly priced instruments, and represented great value for money. The next success was their range of Saxophones, which we have sold since the late eighties.
When we visited the Jupiter factories in 2001, we met with their R&D department to make suggestions to improve the quality of their student clarinet - subsequently in 2002 they launched a new model, which has been a great success. Whenever we make suggestions for improvements to the instruments' design and manufacture, we find that these are well received and acted upon promptly.
We receive an excellent standard of service from the importers, who will go to any lengths to ensure their customers are happy, and this gives us confidence in selling Jupiter products on to our customers. They are also actively trying to promote music making in schools through their Jupiter Soundstart program - music teachers not familiar with this initiative can find out more on Jupiter's UK website www.jupitermusic.co.uk
If you do not find out what you need to know in this showroom, please contact us - we are more than happy to offer advice and information!
Jupiter Flutes & Piccolos
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All our instruments come with a 12-month Sheehans guarantee.
Jupiter Student Flutes
JFL-511ESSC Student Flute
A standard, good quality student flute, that will suit a complete beginner up to around grade 5 standard and above. Free blowing with a pleasing tone. The upgraded riser makes for a sweet sound in the upper register.
The build and sound quality makes these Jupiter student flutes excellent value for money - unlike many of the 'cheap' flutes on the market, these are a fully servicable instruments that are built to last.
Features:
- Offset G
- E Mechanism
- Silver plated head, body and foot
- Riser made from precious metal with 92.5% silver content*
- Closed Holes
- Key of C
- Supplied with case and case cover
Click here to shop for Jupiter flutes in our online store.
Confused by any of the terms above? Try our help & advice section!
JFL-515S Student Flute with curved head
As above, but supplied with a curved headjoint for very young beginners, who may have trouble reaching the lower keys.
Includes both curved and straight (standard) headjoints.
Features:
- Offset G
- Available with E Mechanism (JFL-515ES) or without (JFL-515S)
- Silver plated head, body and foot
- Riser made from precious metal with 92.5% silver content*
- Closed Holes
- Key of C
- Supplied with case and case cover
Click here to shop for Jupiter flutes in our online store.
Confused by any of the terms above? Try our help & advice section!
Jupiter Di-MediciTM Flutes
JFL-911ES Di-Medici Flute
The JFL-911ES represents the entry level of Jupiter's Di-Medici range of flutes, aimed at the more advanced student.
This particular model features a solid headjoint (92.5% silver content)*, with a silver-plated body and foot.
Features:
- Head "new cut" precious metal (92.5% silver content*)
- Body silver plate
- Foot silver plate
- Covered hole
- Offset G
- E Mech
- Key of C
Click here to shop for Jupiter flutes in our online store.
Confused by any of the terms above? Try our help & advice section!
JFL-1011ES Di Medici Flute
The JFL-1011ES combines a solid headjoint (92.5% silver content)* with a solid body and foot.
Features:
- Head "new cut" precious metal (92.5% silver content)*
- Body silver tube (92.5% silver content)*
- Foot silver tube (92.5% silver content)*
- Covered hole
- Offset G
- E Mech
- Key of C
Click here to shop for Jupiter flutes in our online store.
Confused by any of the terms above? Try our help & advice section!
Jupiter Piccolos
JPC-303s Student Piccolo
Extremely good value for money. The problem with most budget piccolos is inconsistency. All the Jupiters we have had play well.
- Head silver plate
- Keys silver plate
- Body ABS resin
- Conical bore
- Key C
Click here to shop for Jupiter piccolos in our online store.
*Due to UK assay laws, we are unable to use the term 'solid silver' in the description of musical instruments - for an explanation, see our help and advice section.
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Jupiter Clarinets
All our instruments come with a 12-month Sheehans guarantee.
Click here to shop for Jupiter clarinets in our online store.
JCL-631II Bb Student Clarinet
A standard, good quality, resin-bodied student clarinet, which will suit a complete beginner up to around grade 5 standard
Features:
- Resin body
- Silver plated keywork
- Adjustable thumb rest (Includes harness attachment)
- Undercut tone holes
- Wood effect finish on body and bell
- Key of Bb
- Includes mouthpiece and ligature
- Supplied in a compact plastic case
Click here to shop for Jupiter clarinets in our online store.
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Jupiter Saxophones
High standards of quality control and manufacturing set Jupiter Saxophones apart from the low-budget competition. Unlike many of the 'cheap' saxophones on the market (which are often hard to play, sound awful and in need of frequent repair), Jupiter make fully playable, servicable instruments, with a respectable tone, that are built to last.
For details of their product range, please select a category:
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
All our instruments come with a 12-month Sheehans guarantee.
Jupiter Alto Saxophones
JAS-565GL Alto Sax
A good minimum standard for a beginner's alto sax. Well respected and great value for money.
Features:
- Yellow brass body
- High F# key
- Gold lacquer finish
- Key of Eb
- Backpack style case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
JAS-767GL Alto Sax
Heavier bracing and build than the JAS-565GL gives the JAS-767GL a more refined sound.
Features:
- Yellow brass body
- High F# key
- Gold lacquer finish
- Adjustable thumb hook
- Heavier bracing/build
- Key of Eb
- Backpack style case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
JAS-969GL Alto Sax
Just launched, this instrument representes Jupiter competing at a higher level in the market. The 900 series saxes are competing directly with the long established Yamaha 62 series. It is a lovely horn, and we recommend our customers to try both before choosing.
Features:
- New for Summer 2005
- High F# Key
- Engraving on body and crook
- Step-up range
Jupiter Tenor Saxophones
JTS-585GL Tenor Sax
A good minimum standard for a beginner's tenor sax.
- Body yellow brass
- High F# Key
- Gold lacquer finish
- Key of Bb
- Backpack style case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
JTS-787GL Tenor Sax
Heavier bracing and build than the JTS-585GL gives the JTS-787GL a more refined sound.
- Yellow brass body
- High F# key
- Gold lacquer finish
- Adjustable thumb hook
- Heavier bracing/build
- Key of Bb
- Wooden frame case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
JTS-989GL Tenor Sax
Just launched, this instrument representes Jupiter competing at a higher level in the market. The 900 series saxes are competing directly with the long established Yamaha 62 series. It is a lovely horn, and we recommend our customers to try both before choosing.
Features:
- NEW FOR SUMMER 05
- High F# Key
- Instrument & Crook Engraving
- Step-up range
Jupiter Soprano Saxophones
JPS-547GL Soprano Sax
A decent entry level soprano. Good for educational use but not a huge seller as sop players tend to buy higher priced instruments!
Features:
- Yellow brass body
- High F# key
- Adjustable thumb hook
- Key of Bb
- Wooden frame case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
Jupiter Baritone Saxophones
JBS-593GL Baritone Sax
Well made and comfortable and easy to blow. Good for educational use but again not a huge seller as many bari players buy higher priced instruments.
Features:
- Body yellow brass
- Gold lacquer finish
- Range goes down to low A
- Adjustable thumb hook
- Key of Eb
- Wooden frame case
Click here to shop for Jupiter Saxophones in our online store.
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