Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO Concert Flute Overview
The Haynes Amadeus AF680 is a performance-level concert flute designed to bring established Haynes scale and headjoint concepts to advancing players. Positioned within the Amadeus line below the solid-silver-body AF780 and Haynes Q Series instruments, the AF680 combines a Classic solid silver headjoint with a silver-plated body and mechanism for serious study, ensemble performance, and continued musical development.
Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO Concert Flute Specifications
- Instrument Type: C concert flute
- Headjoint: Haynes Classic solid silver headjoint
- Body and Mechanism: Silver-plated
- Keywork: Open-hole keys with French pointed arms
- G Key: Offset G
- Footjoint: B footjoint
- Tube Thickness: .016 inch
- Case: French-style hard case with nylon case cover
- Accessories: Wooden cleaning rod and open-hole plugs
- Serial number: B2402916
Condition & Setup
This lightly used model flute is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The silver-plated surfaces remain bright, and the instrument shows only light handling consistent with floor model use. The fitted hard case, nylon case cover, wooden cleaning rod, and open-hole plugs are included.
Who the Amadeus AF680 Concert Flute Is For
The AF680 is well suited to advancing students, adult players, teachers, and woodwind doublers seeking an intermediate flute with a solid silver Haynes Classic headjoint and professional-style open-hole keywork. Its offset G supports a familiar ergonomic layout, while the B footjoint extends the instrument to low B for advanced solo, chamber, band, and orchestral repertoire.
Common Questions About the Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO
Where does the AF680 sit within the Haynes flute lineup?
The AF680 is part of the performance-level Amadeus line. It adds a solid silver headjoint to a silver-plated body and mechanism, while the AF780 moves to a solid silver body and the Q Series occupies Haynes's professional range.
What does the Classic headjoint contribute to this configuration?
The Classic solid silver headjoint provides the AF680 with a Haynes-designed blowing section intended for advancing players who need greater tonal and dynamic flexibility than a basic silver-plated headjoint typically offers.
What are the practical benefits of the offset G and B footjoint?
The offset G places the left-hand G keys in a commonly preferred ergonomic position. The B footjoint extends the flute's range to low B and supports repertoire that calls for the additional lower note.
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William S. Haynes AF680-BO 'Amadeus' Concert Flute in Silver Plate
Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO Concert Flute Overview
The Haynes Amadeus AF680 is a performance-level concert flute designed to bring established Haynes scale and headjoint concepts to advancing players. Positioned within the Amadeus line below the solid-silver-body AF780 and Haynes Q Series instruments, the AF680 combines a Classic solid silver headjoint with a silver-plated body and mechanism for serious study, ensemble performance, and continued musical development.
Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO Concert Flute Specifications
- Instrument Type: C concert flute
- Headjoint: Haynes Classic solid silver headjoint
- Body and Mechanism: Silver-plated
- Keywork: Open-hole keys with French pointed arms
- G Key: Offset G
- Footjoint: B footjoint
- Tube Thickness: .016 inch
- Case: French-style hard case with nylon case cover
- Accessories: Wooden cleaning rod and open-hole plugs
- Serial number: B2402916
Condition & Setup
This lightly used model flute is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The silver-plated surfaces remain bright, and the instrument shows only light handling consistent with floor model use. The fitted hard case, nylon case cover, wooden cleaning rod, and open-hole plugs are included.
Who the Amadeus AF680 Concert Flute Is For
The AF680 is well suited to advancing students, adult players, teachers, and woodwind doublers seeking an intermediate flute with a solid silver Haynes Classic headjoint and professional-style open-hole keywork. Its offset G supports a familiar ergonomic layout, while the B footjoint extends the instrument to low B for advanced solo, chamber, band, and orchestral repertoire.
Common Questions About the Haynes Amadeus AF680-BO
Where does the AF680 sit within the Haynes flute lineup?
The AF680 is part of the performance-level Amadeus line. It adds a solid silver headjoint to a silver-plated body and mechanism, while the AF780 moves to a solid silver body and the Q Series occupies Haynes's professional range.
What does the Classic headjoint contribute to this configuration?
The Classic solid silver headjoint provides the AF680 with a Haynes-designed blowing section intended for advancing players who need greater tonal and dynamic flexibility than a basic silver-plated headjoint typically offers.
What are the practical benefits of the offset G and B footjoint?
The offset G places the left-hand G keys in a commonly preferred ergonomic position. The B footjoint extends the flute's range to low B and supports repertoire that calls for the additional lower note.
We are proud to be an authorized Haynes dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days
Financing available. Apply directly at checkout
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Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
William S. Haynes AF680-BO 'Amadeus' Concert Flute in Silver Plate
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