{"product_id":"altus-1507srb-d-43-handmade-concert-flute-in-solid-britannia-silver-sn-9363","title":"Altus 1507SRB-D-43 Handmade Concert Flute in Solid Britannia Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Altus 1507SRB-D-43 is a handmade professional concert flute designed for advanced musicians seeking a responsive instrument with a centered core and room for nuanced tonal shaping. Altus handmade flutes are respected for precise Japanese craftsmanship and a playing concept suited to orchestral, chamber, solo, and conservatory settings. This instrument pairs the 1507 Britannia silver platform with a Britannia silver headjoint and a Heavy-wall, open-hole, B-foot configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 1507SRB-D-43\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody and headjoint: .958 Britannia silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS: Silver mechanism with .925 sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR: Ring keys (also known as open holes) with inline G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB: B footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD: D# Roller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43: Heavy-wall tubing with a wall thickness of 0.43 mm (0.0169 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Altus fitted hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open-hole plugs and Altus-branded outer packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 9363\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightly used flute is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It is in very good cosmetic condition, with light superficial handling marks and fine hairlines consistent with careful use. The fitted hard case has light exterior wear, and the Altus outer packaging shows more noticeable edge, corner, and surface wear. The included open-hole plugs allow players to close selected holes while adapting to the open-hole mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1507SRB-D-43 is intended for professional players, conservatory musicians, teachers, and advanced flutists who want the tonal flexibility and articulation control associated with a handmade flute. Its open-hole mechanism and B footjoint support advanced repertoire, while the Britannia silver headjoint offers a sophisticated platform for players who shape color and resistance through a developed embouchure. It is particularly well suited to orchestral, chamber, solo, and serious ensemble work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Altus 1507SRB-D-43\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat distinguishes the Britannia silver headjoint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritannia silver is a high-silver-content alloy. Flutists commonly evaluate this type of headjoint for its response, resistance, articulation, and range of tonal color, with the final result shaped by the player's air support and embouchure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the B footjoint add to this flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B footjoint extends the flute's written range to low B and adds mass at the lower end of the instrument. It is a standard professional configuration used for repertoire that calls for low B and by players who prefer its response and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the 1507 fit for a professional player?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1507 belongs to Altus's handmade professional flute family. It is appropriate for musicians who need refined dynamic control, clear articulation, and tonal flexibility across orchestral, chamber, solo, and teaching applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I evaluate if this flute meets my needs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/blogs\/news\/altus-handmade-flute-models\" title=\"Altus Handmade Flute Model Guide\"\u003eAltus Handmade Flute Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67693423722861,"sku":"1507SRBD43-9363","price":7999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7141499.jpg?v=1792096491","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/altus-1507srb-d-43-handmade-concert-flute-in-solid-britannia-silver-sn-9363","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}