Detail 01
Open hole (French)
Five perforated keys. Enables pitch bending, glissandi and modern extended technique, and forces precise finger placement.
Product detailSKU #1290447864108
Powell-Sonare501 Sonare Series Flute C Foot / Open Hole / Offset G / Split E
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An open-hole step-up flute with C foot, offset G and split E. For an advancing student or serious amateur moving past a beginner instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- A student outgrowing a closed-hole beginner flute
- High school and college players needing open-hole technique
- Adult amateurs who want one flute for the long term
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Absolute beginners — open holes complicate early hand position
- Players who specifically need low B for orchestral repertoire
- Anyone shopping in the entry-level price range
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
C foot joint
Bottom note is C. Lighter and shorter than a B foot, with a quicker response in the upper register.
Detail 03
Offset G
The G keys sit closer to the natural reach of the left hand. Easier on smaller hands and long practice sessions.
Detail 04
Split E mechanism
Stabilizes high E so it speaks reliably instead of cracking. Removes a common intonation and response problem.
Detail 05
Step-up price tier
Built for players who will keep the instrument through advanced study, not a rental-grade starter.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Plugs let you close the open holes while you adapt — confirm they are included
- 02Budget for a professional setup and regular pad servicing
- 03Bottom note is C, so low B passages are out of range
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is open hole harder to play?
At first, yes. Your fingers must fully cover the perforations. Most players use plugs and remove them one at a time over a few weeks.
02What is split E for?
It closes one of the G keys when you finger high E, so the note speaks cleanly and in tune instead of cracking or splitting.
03C foot or B foot — does it matter?
C foot stops at low C. B foot adds low B and extra weight. For solo and band repertoire, C foot covers nearly everything.
04Is this a good first flute?
It is aimed a level above that. A beginner is better served by a closed-hole instrument; this suits a player already reading and progressing.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Body Shape
- Offset
