{"product_id":"william-s-haynes-af480-co-amadeus-student-flute-in-silver-plate","title":"William S. Haynes AF480-CO 'Amadeus' Student Flute in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaynes AF480-CO Student Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wm. S. Haynes AF480-CO Amadeus is a student-level C flute designed and built by the Wm. S. Haynes Company, created to bring the Haynes scale, signature sound concept, and durable modern construction into an entry-stage instrument. It features an Amadeus hand-cut silver-plated headjoint with a sterling silver riser, silver-plated body and mechanism, and ergonomic closed-hole (plateau) keywork for straightforward hand position and dependable response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHaynes AF480-CO Student Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: C flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey system: Plateau (closed-hole), offset G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootjoint: C footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Amadeus hand-cut silver-plated headjoint with sterling silver riser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody and mechanism material: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTone holes: Drawn tone holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: Haynes scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprings: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePads: Lucien Deluxe felt pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubing thickness: 0.016 in \/ 0.40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePitch standard: A=442\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Silver plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Durable student case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new with full manufacturer's warranty. This flute has been professionally inspected, serviced as needed, set up, and play-tested by our repair team to confirm key regulation, pad seal, and proper mechanical function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the AF480-CO Student Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haynes AF480-CO Amadeus is a student flute built by Wm. S. Haynes for developing flutists who want a closed-hole, easy-hand-position instrument with a scale and headjoint design rooted in Haynes flute-making. The plateau keywork and offset G support comfortable ergonomics for younger players and advancing students, while the C footjoint keeps the instrument simple and standard for school and private-study use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the student category, the AF480-CO is distinguished by its Haynes scale, a hand-cut silver-plated Amadeus headjoint with a sterling silver riser, and drawn tone holes—features chosen to support consistent intonation, clear response, and a centered tone concept as students build fundamentals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the Haynes AF480-CO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Haynes AF480-CO an open-hole flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The AF480-CO is a plateau (closed-hole) model, which is commonly preferred for beginners and many advancing students because it simplifies hand placement and reduces air leaks from uncovered tone holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat footjoint does the AF480-CO include?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF480-CO includes a C footjoint, which provides the standard lowest note (low C) and keeps the mechanism straightforward for student and school-band requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the headjoint made of on the AF480-CO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses an Amadeus hand-cut silver-plated headjoint with a sterling silver riser, paired with a silver-plated body and mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\" alt=\"Haynes Logo\" align=\"middle\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe are proud to be an authorized Haynes dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastman Music Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53779819069805,"sku":"AF480CO","price":1260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7133820.jpg?v=1787329927","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/william-s-haynes-af480-co-amadeus-student-flute-in-silver-plate","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}