Hi. Does anyone here have any experience with a Powell 2100 series. I see that powell doesn't sell them anymore but I'm interested in getting a used one. Can anyone tell me the price range for a new one? a used one?

Thanks

They still make them, and at a good value. Go to www.kesslermusic.com

No, Powell has not made the 2100 series for a few years now. They changed them to the now Conservatory model. I would say that you could get a used one for under $4,000.00. I did try a 2100 a few years back as a loaner flute while my flue was in the shop. I really liked it a lot. From my understanding, they had pad issues. The key cups were very thin. If anyone knows more, they will be able to elaborate more than I can. I LOVE the Powell Conservatory models if that helps any. Of course I am partial to Powell because that is what I play on.

The 2100 was really the first flute designed around Straubinger pads. Many in the industry referred to it as the most manufactured flute in history! The version of straubs in there are really thin and had lots of problems from hit and miss bad setup. So they discontinued that specific product for the next generation.

Never did enjoy working on them. Powell did a smart thing IMO, by pulling the plug on this product when they did.

Joe B

I have a powell 2100 and i love it

The pad cups are just as good as any other Powell I have tried. The 2100 I own plays like any professional handmade flute. It has a deep lush lower register that projects well, and a nice sweet upper register. I have heard people try to compare standard Powell flutes to Powell's student line Sonare flutes. That's like comparing apples to oranges. There is none. Powell's are amazing and one should never hesitate to try one or buy one if they can afford it. It's like a fine piece of jewelery, that will last a lifetime if taken care of. It is immediately present when you pick one up that it feels substantial, well made, and the silver feels of the highest quality. Not all sterling 92.5 silver is the same. That last 7.5% really can mean something! It seems to be resistant to tarnish unlike the Yamaha I use to have of the same silver content. Enough of my rambling, just give one a try!

I have heard people try to compare standard Powell flutes to Powell's student line Sonare flutes.

Powell does not make a student line, but Sonare does. Powell just puts their headjoint on a Sonare body. You are correct in saying that they are not even comparable as a Sonare is NOT a Powell. It is like saying an Armstrong is a Powell just by putting a Powell headjoint on it.

I see you wrote your original post a few months ago, but please let me know if you're still interested in buying a Powell 2100, I'm selling mine and it's in perfect condition. I have been the only owner, the only reason why I'm selling it is that I originally got it because I started college off as a music major, but then ended up switching my major and also focusing more on the piano and guitar, and I just don't want to see it go to waste by me not playing it enough