Altus flutes appeal to the player who has a classical approach to tone and wants a unique flute that is different from conventional offerings. All Altus flutes come as standard with the accurate William Bennett (WIBB) scale, a responsive and durable mechanism, and a precisely hand-cut headjoint, customised for each flute. All our used, pre-owned, and demo instruments are fully serviced before made available for sale.
The many possible combinations of options enable the player to exact a wide range of tone colours.Īt the leading edge of contemporary flute making, Altus have developed and introduced density-sensitive materials to the flute market, including. 958 Brittania silver handmade headjoint which gives a richness of tone and flexibility above a standard. Altus flute model 1007 - Serial 015644 Sterling silver headjoint and body silver-plated mechanism drawn tone holes open holes inline G C foot. Against the different voiceparts are printed the words, Cantus with a Treble Violl, Altus with a Flute, ' ' Bassus with a Base Violl, the tenor. Altus Silver flutes are handmade and include the Altus/Bennett scale and French pointed keys as well as. Each model includes an elegant wood-frame French case with. Founded by master flute maker Shuichi Tanaka, each Altus flute reflects his passion to produce the finest playing flutes available.Īltus models offer discerning flautists a choice of harmonically tuned and elegant sounding instruments capable of consistently executing technical passages with ease. Each model features the Altus/Bennett scale, stainless steel springs, French-pointed keys. Children Flutes, Buffet Flutes, Altus Flutes Antique 19th wooden french flute 6 keys - New pads new cork - Plays very well Click to enlarge Additional site.
About AltusĪltus flutes are held in the very highest esteem by professional players and technicians the world over. This item may be a floor model or an item that has been returned to the seller after a period of use. Please note that, due to fluctuating gold prices and currency exchange rates, we do not list prices for gold flutes on our website.