William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Overview
The William S. Haynes AP86W Amadeus Piccolo is a grenadilla wood piccolo with a silver-plated mechanism, wave headjoint, split E mechanism, and A=442 pitch, designed for advancing students, collegiate players, and professional musicians who need a responsive instrument for ensemble, orchestral, and solo performance. Built within the Amadeus series, this model brings Haynes design influence to a more accessible professional-level format, with a warm wood tone, focused projection, and comfortable closed-hole keywork.
William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Specifications
- Model: AP86-W Amadeus
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Body Material: Grenadilla wood
- Headjoint: Wave headjoint
- Key: C
- Pitch: A=442
- Mechanism: Silver-plated, closed-hole keys with split E mechanism
- Finish: Grenadilla wood body with silver-plated keywork
- Case: Protective case with plush-lined interior
- Accessories: Cleaning rod and cloth
Condition & Setup
This William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo is offered in excellent lightly used condition. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists to confirm proper mechanical function, pad response, and playing condition before sale.
Who the AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Is For
The AP86W Amadeus Piccolo is a grenadilla wood piccolo for advancing students and professional players who want a warm, balanced sound with reliable response and improved high-register control. Its wood body supports a resonant tonal character, while the wave headjoint is designed to aid articulation, projection, flexibility, and dynamic control.
This model is well suited for orchestral playing, wind ensemble, chamber music, and solo repertoire. The silver-plated closed-hole mechanism offers familiar ergonomics, and the split E mechanism assists with high E production, making the AP86W a practical choice for players moving into serious piccolo work or professionals seeking a dependable secondary or primary piccolo.
Common Questions About the William S. Haynes AP86-W
Is the William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo suitable for professional use?
Yes. The AP86W Amadeus is designed for advanced students and professional musicians, with a grenadilla wood body, wave headjoint, silver-plated mechanism, and split E mechanism suited to demanding ensemble and orchestral settings.
What does the wave headjoint do on the AP86-W piccolo?
The wave headjoint is designed to improve control, articulation, projection, and tonal flexibility. It can help players produce a focused piccolo sound across dynamics and registers.
What is the tonal character of the Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo?
The AP86W has the warm, resonant tonal character associated with grenadilla wood, with enough clarity and projection for ensemble, orchestral, and solo performance.
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William S. Haynes AP86-W 'Amadeus' Wave Cut Grenadilla Piccolo
William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Overview
The William S. Haynes AP86W Amadeus Piccolo is a grenadilla wood piccolo with a silver-plated mechanism, wave headjoint, split E mechanism, and A=442 pitch, designed for advancing students, collegiate players, and professional musicians who need a responsive instrument for ensemble, orchestral, and solo performance. Built within the Amadeus series, this model brings Haynes design influence to a more accessible professional-level format, with a warm wood tone, focused projection, and comfortable closed-hole keywork.
William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Specifications
- Model: AP86-W Amadeus
- Instrument Type: Piccolo
- Body Material: Grenadilla wood
- Headjoint: Wave headjoint
- Key: C
- Pitch: A=442
- Mechanism: Silver-plated, closed-hole keys with split E mechanism
- Finish: Grenadilla wood body with silver-plated keywork
- Case: Protective case with plush-lined interior
- Accessories: Cleaning rod and cloth
Condition & Setup
This William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo is offered in excellent lightly used condition. It has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind specialists to confirm proper mechanical function, pad response, and playing condition before sale.
Who the AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo Is For
The AP86W Amadeus Piccolo is a grenadilla wood piccolo for advancing students and professional players who want a warm, balanced sound with reliable response and improved high-register control. Its wood body supports a resonant tonal character, while the wave headjoint is designed to aid articulation, projection, flexibility, and dynamic control.
This model is well suited for orchestral playing, wind ensemble, chamber music, and solo repertoire. The silver-plated closed-hole mechanism offers familiar ergonomics, and the split E mechanism assists with high E production, making the AP86W a practical choice for players moving into serious piccolo work or professionals seeking a dependable secondary or primary piccolo.
Common Questions About the William S. Haynes AP86-W
Is the William S. Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo suitable for professional use?
Yes. The AP86W Amadeus is designed for advanced students and professional musicians, with a grenadilla wood body, wave headjoint, silver-plated mechanism, and split E mechanism suited to demanding ensemble and orchestral settings.
What does the wave headjoint do on the AP86-W piccolo?
The wave headjoint is designed to improve control, articulation, projection, and tonal flexibility. It can help players produce a focused piccolo sound across dynamics and registers.
What is the tonal character of the Haynes AP86-W Amadeus Piccolo?
The AP86W has the warm, resonant tonal character associated with grenadilla wood, with enough clarity and projection for ensemble, orchestral, and solo performance.
We are proud to be an authorized Haynes dealer
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In stock! Ships within 1-2 business days.
30-day risk-free trial
2-Year Warranty
Complimentary shipping for all U.S. orders over $99
William S. Haynes AP86-W 'Amadeus' Wave Cut Grenadilla Piccolo
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Shipping Information
Orders valued over $99 ship via FedEx 2-Day within the U.S. and via DHL internationally. A physical address (no P.O. Boxes) and signature are required. Smaller accessories ship via USPS (2–5 day service) and do not require a signature if valued under $99. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Return Policy
We offer an unconditional 30-day return policy to ensure you’re completely satisfied. If you’re unhappy for any reason, return the item for a full refund or full exchange credit (reeds and other consumables are non-returnable once opened). Every instrument we sell is guaranteed to be free of mechanical defects—if an issue arises, contact us and we’ll either reimburse a local repair or provide a prepaid return label for repair, exchange, or refund. If you simply change your mind, you may still return the item for a full refund, but return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility unless free returns were purchased through Redo at checkout. Please see our FAQ for additional details.
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Shop Warranty:
Brand new items are covered by the full manufacturer’s warranty unless otherwise noted (see the individual maker for details). Open box, used, and vintage items include a two-year warranty serviced by our in-house repair shop, and we guarantee every instrument will be free of mechanical defects. Warranty coverage does not include damage from accident, misuse, negligence, improper operation, unauthorized alterations or removed serial numbers, normal wear and routine maintenance, environmental damage (including perspiration, corrosion, or extreme temperature and humidity), lacquer or plating wear, or consumable parts such as springs, pads, and felts. Please see our FAQ for additional details.