Is the Armstrong 104 flute Silver?
Product Description. The classic Armstrong 104 closed-hole model is ideal for beginning students. This silver-plated model includes a progressive-style headjoint, which flute teachers have chosen for its crisp response and ease of playing.
What do the numbers on a flute mean?
The numbers on the head joint “073” indicate that it is the original head joint that came with that flute when new.
What is an Armstrong 104 flute made of?
Silver plated
Armstrong 104 Flute
| Key Systems | Offset G |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Silver plated |
| Headjoint | Silver plated |
| Key Types | Closed hole Y-arm keys |
| Level | Student |
Is an Armstrong flute a good flute?
Avoid plastic flutes. They may come in fun colors to entice young players, but they will not sound as good as the metal flutes. There are many brands of flutes for this level. The most common brands include Yamaha, Gemeinhardt, Armstrong and Selmer.
How old is my Armstrong flute?
That is determined by the “30” prefix to the serial number. From 1974 to present – The prefix number plus 50 will give you the date manufactured.
How do you find A serial number on A flute?
Flute serial numbers can be found on the back of the body, or middle joint. They are commonly placed near the foot joint receiver, or near the top of the body, either on the barrel or near the highest key.
What is the value of a flute?
Intermediate, or step-up flutes usually cost $1,400 to $2,500 and entry level pro flutes (still largely played by advanced students) around $2500 and up. There are several things that determine the overall cost of a flute: Material – Most student flutes are made of nickel and then plated with silver.
How do you date an Armstrong flute?
Re: Armstrong flute- I want to figure out when it was made? Your flute was made in 1980. That is determined by the “30” prefix to the serial number. From 1974 to present – The prefix number plus 50 will give you the date manufactured.
How can I tell what model my Armstrong flute is?
The “prefix” serial numbers you mentioned on Armstrong flutes are 2 digits, a dash, plus 5 more digits. For example: Serial# 24-58637 = 24 + 50 = 1974. In your case, the serial number is 7 digits with no prefix. Yours is a later model for which Conn-Selmer, the parent of Armstrong, has not published serial numbers.
Are flutes worth money?
Used Flutes Price Ranges
- Student Flute: $80 – $400.
- Intermediate/Step-up/Open Hole Flute: $200 – $600.
- Professional Flute: $ 900 up to $9000.