The Jupiter 711 Series Intermediate Flute is a solid silver flute throughout. This step-up model takes the advancing student to new levels all while giving brighter sound quality and greater projection. The hand detailed embouchure hole, riser and lip plate give precise professional sound with maximum expression and dynamic contrast. Features include solid sterling silver head, body and foot joints, and silver plated, open hole keys. Jupiter Commitment to Excellence The quality of Jupiter flutes is recognized worldwide. Because flutemaking is a combination of science and art, Jupiter constantly seeks the latest innovation in design and engineering to achieve ever higher standards in the manufacturing process. Leading players, teachers and artisans collaborate in the design and artistry that makes each Jupiter flute a truly great performance instrument.Heritage The heritage of Jupiter began in 1930 when KHS International, its parent corporation, opened as an educational products company in Taipei, Taiwan. The letters KHS stand for "Kung Hsue She" meaning "a company helping schools and culture". This simple definition still represents the primary goal of the Jupiter brand.Attention to Details Each Jupiter flute has a precise feel, response and key action. Skilled technicians hand seat all pads and hand adjust all mechanisms. This includes final detailing of embouchure hole, riser and lip plate of each headjointDedication to Dialogue Jupiter maintains constant contact with performing artists, educators, repair technicians, instrument designers and our network of dealers to better respond to the requirements of music education and performance.World Class Reputation JUPITER has established itself as a respected world-class name in musical instruments and continues to attribute its progress to remembering its heritage of "helping schools and culture".