Haynes Amadeus AF780SE-BO C# Flute Overview

The William S. Haynes AF780SE-BO C# Amadeus is a top tier step-up, solid silver concert flute built for advancing players who want the core, projection, and tonal complexity associated with Haynes design standards. With solid silver headjoint, body, and footjoint, a Haynes A-442 scale, and professional features like a Split E mechanism, offset G, and C# trill key, this model targets clean response, stable intonation, and reliable facility across repertoire and ensemble settings.

Haynes Amadeus AF780SE-BO C# Flute Specifications

• Model: AF780SE-BO C# (Amadeus) concert flute in C
• Material: Solid silver headjoint, body, and footjoint
• Tubing: 0.016 inch
• Scale: Haynes A-442 scale
• SE: Split E mechanism;
• B: B footjoint
• O: Offset G
• C# trill key
• Finish: Solid silver construction
• Springs: Stainless steel
• Toneholes: Drawn toneholes
• Keywork details: French pointed arms; open cups; felt pads
• Headjoint style: Classic style headjoint
• Case: French style case and cover
• Serial Number: B2405205

Condition & Setup

This lightly used model is in excellent playing order. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. Cosmetically, it presents in excellent condition with bright, even silver surfaces and intact, well-aligned keywork.

Who the AF780SE-BO C# Flute Is For

The AF780SE is well suited to advancing students, conservatory players, teachers, doublers, and working musicians seeking solid silver construction with a practical advanced-keywork configuration. Compared with lower-numbered Amadeus models that use silver-plated bodies, the AF780 offers a solid silver body and footjoint for players who want a more nuanced tonal palette and room for continued musical development.

Common Questions About the Haynes Amadeus AF780SE-BO C#

How does the AF780 differ from the Amadeus AF680?

The AF680 uses a solid silver headjoint with a silver-plated body and mechanism. The AF780 adds a solid silver body and footjoint while retaining a silver-plated mechanism.

What do the split E mechanism and C# trill key add?

The split E mechanism supports a more secure response on high E, while the C# trill key provides additional fingering options for trills, transitions, and selected passages in advanced repertoire.

What kind of player should consider the AF780?

The AF780SE is intended for musicians who have moved beyond a basic student flute and want solid silver construction, open-hole keywork, a B footjoint, and advanced mechanisms in a performance-level instrument.

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