{"product_id":"altus-1507srbo-d-handmade-concert-flute-in-solid-britannia-silver-sn-9341","title":"Altus 1507SRBO-D Handmade Concert Flute in Solid Britannia Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1507SRBO-D Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Altus 1507SRBO-D is a handmade professional concert flute designed for players who value an even response, precise control, and a flexible tonal palette. Altus flutes are respected among advanced and professional musicians for their refined mechanism and focused musical approach. This configuration includes a Britannia silver headjoint and is well suited to orchestral, chamber, solo, and conservatory work. The open hole design with an offset G provides agility for technical passages. A low B foot adds versatility, while the D# roller and Gizmo key enhance playability in challenging pieces. The Altus 1507SRBO-D excels in professional, orchestral, and demanding solo settings, ideal for serious and budding flutists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1507SRBO-D Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\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)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB: B footjoint with D# Roller and Gizmo Key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO: Offset G key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eD: D# Roller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted Altus hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open-hole plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 9341\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. The polished surfaces show fine scratches and light handling scuffs consistent with normal use. The fitted Altus case remains serviceable and shows minor signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 1507SRBO-D Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1507SRBO-D is intended for professional flutists, conservatory students, teachers, and advanced performers seeking a handmade flute with open-hole keywork, an offset G, and the extended low register of a B footjoint. Its configuration supports the control and tonal flexibility required for orchestral, chamber, solo, and serious ensemble playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Altus 1507SRBO-D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Britannia silver headjoint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritannia silver is a 95.8 percent silver alloy. Its higher silver content distinguishes it from sterling silver and gives the player another tonal and response option within the professional flute category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do the open-hole keys and B footjoint add?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-hole keys provide direct finger contact with the key cups and support alternate fingerings and contemporary techniques. The B footjoint extends the flute's chromatic range down to low B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the Altus 1507 fit musically?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1507 belongs in the professional handmade flute category and is appropriate for orchestral, chamber, solo, teaching, and conservatory applications where nuanced articulation and dynamic control are priorities.\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":67693346423149,"sku":"1507SRBOD-9341","price":7999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7141456.jpg?v=1792095348","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/altus-1507srbo-d-handmade-concert-flute-in-solid-britannia-silver-sn-9341","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}