{"product_id":"altus-model-1807srbo-cd-handmade-altus-silver-flute-sn-14301","title":"Altus 1807SRBO-CD Handmade Altus Silver Flute","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1807SRBO-CD Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Altus 1807SRBO-CD is a handmade professional C flute built with Altus Silver (.946 silver alloy) seamed headjoint, body, and footjoint paired with a sterling-silver (.925) mechanism. This model is configured with French open-hole keywork, a B footjoint, offset G, soldered tone holes, C# trill key, and a D# roller to support modern conservatory and professional performance where consistent response and dependable intonation are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltus 1807SRBO-CD Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish\/materials: Altus Silver (.946) seamed headjoint, body, and footjoint; .925 sterling silver mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey system: French (open-hole\/ring keys)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootjoint: B footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism: Offset G key; C# Trill Key, D# roller key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Soldered tone holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Altus Silver lip plate and riser; Altus Silver seamed headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale\/intonation: Altus Scale (developed in collaboration with flutist William Bennett)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Original deluxe case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Open hole key plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial number: 14301\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchased directly from the manufacturer as a demo. This flute has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested to confirm proper mechanical function, sealing, and regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the 1807SRBO-CD Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Altus 1807SRBO-CD is a handmade professional C flute designed for advanced students, pre-professional players, and working musicians who need a modern French-style setup with stable intonation. Its Altus Silver (.946) tubing with soldered tone holes supports a clear, centered sound and consistent response, while the open-hole French keywork allows flexible venting for tone color changes and extended techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the Altus 1807 series, the 1807SRBO-CD is defined by its Altus Silver seamed headjoint\/body\/footjoint and sterling-silver mechanism, plus the Altus Scale developed with William Bennett for dependable pitch center and harmonic alignment in ensemble settings. The offset G improves left-hand ergonomics for many players, the B footjoint extends range and adds low-end options, and the D# roller supports smoother right-hand transitions in fast technical passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About The Altus 1807SRBO-CD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Altus 1807SRBO-CD a professional flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 1807SRBO-CD is a handmade professional C flute with Altus Silver (.946) tubing, soldered tone holes, and a sterling-silver mechanism, built for conservatory and working-performance demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “Altus Silver (.946)” mean on this model?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltus Silver refers to Altus’s .946 silver alloy used for the seamed headjoint, body, and footjoint on this instrument. The key mechanism is .925 sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the practical benefits of the B footjoint, offset G, and D# roller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe B footjoint extends the flute’s range down to low B. The offset G can reduce left-hand strain for many players. The D# roller helps the right hand move more smoothly between keys in rapid passages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KHS America","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231104196973,"sku":"1807SRBOCD-14301","price":10999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/Altus-1807SRBO-CD-Handmade-Altus-Silver-Flute.jpg?v=1779625230","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/altus-model-1807srbo-cd-handmade-altus-silver-flute-sn-14301","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}