Powell Sonare 601 Intermediate Concert Flute
Overview
The Powell Sonare 601 is an intermediate concert flute that brings the influence of one of the most respected names in professional flute making to the step-up market, delivering a playing experience that significantly exceeds typical intermediate instruments. The sterling silver headjoint paired with a silver-plated nickel silver body creates a tonal blend that produces the warmth and richness of silver in the critical tone-producing area while keeping the overall weight and cost manageable. The headjoint cut is the defining feature, hand-finished by Powell's craftspeople with the same attention to tonal characteristics that defines their professional instruments, resulting in a response and flexibility that immediately elevates the player's sound. The key mechanism features French-pointed arms, which provide a more secure pivot for cleaner key action, and the offset G key, split E mechanism, and B foot joint are all included as standard. The open-hole keys encourage proper finger position and allow for advanced extended techniques. Build quality is excellent, with precise pad seating and a well-regulated mechanism. This flute is ideal for advancing high school and university students who want a significant upgrade from their student instrument. The nickel silver body, while enhanced by the silver headjoint, does not produce the full tonal depth of an all-silver instrument.
Flutes
An intermediate flute with hand-finished sterling silver headjoint by Powell's craftspeople, bringing professional-maker influence to the step-up market with French-pointed arm mechanism.
Instrument Details
$2,199
Intermediate
Brand
Powell
Type
Concert Flute
Made In
USA
Year
2018
