{"product_id":"william-s-haynes-af680se-bo-amadeus-intermediate-flute-in-silver-plate-sn-b2405501","title":"William S. Haynes AF680SE-BO 'Amadeus' Intermediate Flute in Silver Plate","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Amadeus AF680SE-BO Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Amadeus AF680SE-BO is part of the Wm. S. Haynes Amadeus line, designed for advancing flutists who want Haynes-style design concepts in an accessible step-up instrument. With a solid silver Haynes Amadeus or Classic headjoint paired with a silver-plated body and mechanism, this model gives developing players a more responsive tonal foundation while retaining practical durability for ensemble, lesson, and audition use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Amadeus AF680SE-BO Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel AF680SE-BO Intermediate Amadeus Flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS: Silver Plated body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE: Split E Mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB: B footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO: Offset G key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic style solid silver headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted hard flute case with cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: B2405501\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 flute is in excellent condition and has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested in our shop. The instrument presents very cleanly, with no major dents, bends, cracks, missing keys, or heavy wear noted during inspection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the AF680SE-BO Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF680SE-BO is a strong fit for advancing students, adult returners, and serious ensemble players who want the response and tonal flexibility of a solid silver headjoint without moving into a handmade professional flute. Its open-hole configuration, B footjoint, and offset G layout suit players building mature technique for school ensembles, youth orchestra, chamber music, and college preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the William S. Haynes Amadeus AF680SE-BO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the AF680SE-BO fit within the Amadeus line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF680SE-BO sits above the entry-level Amadeus flutes by pairing a solid silver headjoint with a silver-plated body and mechanism. It is intended for advancing players who want more headjoint depth and flexibility while keeping the instrument practical for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose an open-hole flute with a B footjoint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-hole keywork is widely used by advancing and conservatory-level players because it encourages precise hand position and supports extended technique. The B footjoint extends the flute's low range and is common on step-up and advanced flutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the AF680SE-BO a handmade professional Haynes flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AF680SE-BO is an Amadeus step-up flute by Wm. S. Haynes rather than a handmade custom Haynes model. It is best understood as an advancing-player instrument that brings Haynes design influence into a more accessible category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; 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":53528458625389,"sku":"AF680SEBO-CRB2405501","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7116289.jpg?v=1783540966","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/william-s-haynes-af680se-bo-amadeus-intermediate-flute-in-silver-plate-sn-b2405501","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}