Altus 1607SRBEO-CD Concert Flute Overview

The Altus 1607SRBEO-CD is a handmade professional concert flute designed for advanced orchestral, chamber, solo, and conservatory work. Altus flutes are respected for their carefully developed scale, responsive headjoint designs, and refined construction, and the 1607 occupies a high-level position within the maker's handmade silver flute range. This particular instrument includes a handcrafted Z-cut headjoint and offers the configuration expected by players seeking a flexible professional flute.

Altus 1607SRBEO-CD Concert Flute Specifications

• Model Number: 1607SRBEO-CD
• Body Material: Full Silver Tubing with Britannia Silver (.958) Construction
• S: Silver mechanism with .925 sterling silver
• R: Ring keys (also known as open holes)
• B: B footjoint with D# Roller and Gizmo Key
• E: Split E mechanism
• O: Offset G key
• C: C# Trill Key
• D: D# Roller key
• Soldered tone holes
• Headjoint: Seamed Britannia Silver (.958) handcrafted Z-cut headjoint
• Design: Seamed Tubing, Pointed Key Arms, SP-1 Springs
• Case: Original case with cover
• Accessories: Case cover, open hole key plugs
• Serial Number: 15431

Condition & Setup

This lightly used flute is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. Its polished surfaces show minor fine scratches, polishing lines, and small handling marks consistent with careful use. The fitted hard case, open-hole plugs, polish cloth, cleaning rod, and cleaning cloth are included.

Who the 1607SRBEO-CD Concert Flute Is For

The 1607SRBEO-CD is suited to professional flutists, advanced conservatory players, teachers, and serious ensemble musicians who want a handmade silver flute with a centered core, flexible tonal color, and articulate response. Its open-hole, offset G, and B-foot configuration supports demanding orchestral, chamber, solo, and audition repertoire, while the Z-cut headjoint will appeal to players who value immediacy and projection without giving up tonal flexibility.

Common Questions About the Altus 1607SRBEO-CD

Where does the Altus 1607 fit within the company's flute range?

The 1607 belongs to Altus's handmade professional flute range. It is intended for advanced and professional musicians who require refined response, stable scale, and a broad range of tonal color.

What is the playing concept of the Altus Z-cut headjoint?

The Altus Z-cut concept is designed to provide clear articulation, immediate response, and effective projection while retaining flexibility across dynamic levels and registers.

What does .958 silver contribute to the design?

.958 silver contains a higher proportion of silver than .925 sterling. Flutists often associate this material with broad resonance and tonal depth, although the final response and color remain closely connected to the headjoint and the individual player's air concept.