[Keith Ridenhour]

I've played 6 years and am 65 so bear that in mind. I'd call myself intermediate at best K

 

[KeithL]

I'd agree with your own assessment - none of them sound significantly better than what you already have. For me it's more about ease of response than just sound so if you are getting basically the same sound but not having to work as hard to get it that might be reason to switch.

 

[adamk]

I can see from your embouchure that the shape of the lip hole is wide leading to eddy currents that create the hissing windy sound.
The center is close but the sides are leaking useless air.

 

[Keith Ridenhour]

Thanks Adam. K

 

[Keith Ridenhour]

It really helps to have that second set of ears. I played all these for my old online teacher (just another flutest) and the Straubinger really does sound like an upgrade. so I"m negotiating for it K