{"product_id":"william-s-haynes-af670-s-amadeus-alto-flute-with-solid-silver-straight-headjoint-1","title":"William S. Haynes AF670-S 'Amadeus' Alto Flute with Sterling Silver Straight Headjoint","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Amadeus AF670-S Alto Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William S. Haynes Amadeus AF670-S is a performance-level alto flute that brings the Haynes design approach to the lower G register. The straight-headjoint configuration provides a traditional transverse playing position for experienced alto flute players, while the Amadeus line is designed for serious ensemble, chamber, and doubling work. This model is a focused choice for musicians seeking an established alto flute design from Haynes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Amadeus AF670-S Alto Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Alto flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Amadeus AF670-S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint Style: Straight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint Material: Solid silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody and Mechanism: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeys: Closed-hole (plateau) keys, silver plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Haynes-branded zippered case cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Wooden cleaning rod, polish cloth, and cleaning cloth\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 alto flute is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested. Its silver-plated exterior and keywork are bright and well maintained. Light fine surface marks are present on portions of the headjoint, consistent with careful handling and polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Amadeus AF670-S Alto Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF670-S is suited to advanced flutists, professional doublers, educators, and ensemble players seeking the warm, broad tonal role associated with the alto flute. Its straight headjoint will be most comfortable for musicians who prefer a direct transverse layout and have the reach required for that configuration. It is well suited to flute choir, chamber music, studio work, and orchestral passages that call for the depth and color of the alto register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the William S. Haynes AF670-S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the AF670-S differ from the AF670-C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF670-S uses a straight solid silver headjoint, while the AF670-C uses a curved solid silver headjoint. The straight configuration offers a traditional transverse orientation, while the curved version reduces the required reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the solid silver headjoint and silver-plated body?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF670-S places solid silver in the headjoint, the component most directly involved in response and tonal articulation, while using a silver-plated body and mechanism. This construction defines its position within the Amadeus performance line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat musical settings suit this alto flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF670-S is designed for serious alto flute doubling, flute choir, chamber music, studio work, and orchestral color. Its lower G register expands the tonal range available to an experienced flutist.\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":67856630776173,"sku":"AF670S-NU","price":4235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/William-S_-Haynes-AF670-S-Amadeus-Alto-Flute-with-Sterling-Silver-Straight-Headjoint.jpg?v=1793357730","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/william-s-haynes-af670-s-amadeus-alto-flute-with-solid-silver-straight-headjoint-1","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}