Prelude by Conn-Selmer FL711
A student flute from Prelude, Conn-Selmer's dedicated entry-level line — the same parent company behind this site's existing Conn brass products — built specifically for beginning band students, with a documented split-E mechanism.
A student flute from Prelude, Conn-Selmer's dedicated entry-level line — the same parent company behind this site's existing Conn brass products — built specifically for beginning band students, with a documented split-E mechanism. Suited to beginner flutists whose families want the backing of a large, established manufacturer's dedicated beginner line.
Key specifications
| Manufacturer | Prelude by Conn-Selmer |
|---|---|
| Product status | Current |
| Hole Type | Closed hole |
| G Key | Offset |
| Mechanism | Split E, for easier third-octave E |
Strengths and weaknesses
Strengths
- Backed by Conn-Selmer, one of the largest US band-instrument manufacturers; documented split-E mechanism aimed at easier upper-register playability for beginners.
Weaknesses
- Priced above several other beginner flutes compared on this site; no hands-on or independent third-party expert assessment was located for this specific model in this research pass.
Playability and construction
Not assessed hands-on — this review is based on specification and market analysis (see the badge above), so no subjective playing-feel claim (response, intonation tendencies, resistance) is made here. See the Verdict below for what this assessment is and isn't.
Construction
Metal body construction per manufacturer listing; specific plating not fully detailed in sources reviewed.
Competing models
Verdict
A student flute from Prelude, Conn-Selmer's dedicated entry-level line — the same parent company behind this site's existing Conn brass products — built specifically for beginning band students, with a documented split-E mechanism. Suited to beginner flutists whose families want the backing of a large, established manufacturer's dedicated beginner line. See our full The Best Beginner Flutes guide for how it compares to alternatives.
Other flute models reviewed
Each of these is assessed on the same basis — documented specifications and market positioning, not hands-on playing tests.
- Allora AAFL-229 Student Flute Allora
- Odyssey OFL100 Odyssey
- Armstrong 103 Armstrong
- Yamaha YFL-222 Student Flute Yamaha
The Best Beginner Flutes
How this model compares against the alternatives, and which one suits which player.
Where to buy
Prices and availability are checked periodically, not a real-time feed.
All links above are affiliate links — see full disclosure below.