{"product_id":"william-s-haynes-q2-classic-weissman-professional-concert-flute-in-silver-sn-86","title":"William S. Haynes Q2 Classic Weissman Professional Concert Flute in Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Q2 Classic Weissman Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William S. Haynes Classic Weissman Q2 is a professional C flute from the Haynes Q Series, a line built for serious flutists who want the Haynes tonal tradition in a more accessible production platform than a fully custom handmade Haynes flute. The Q2 is respected for combining a handmade Classic headjoint with a solid silver body, giving advancing and professional players a responsive instrument with the tonal flexibility expected from an upper-level Haynes flute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Q2 Classic Weissman Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: Concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey: C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Weissman Q2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Solid silver handmade Classic headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Solid silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism, Ribs, and Posts: Silver-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToneholes: Drawn toneholes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Open-hole French-style keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cleaning rod and open-hole plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned Haynes Q2 Classic Weissman flute is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested by The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds. The polished silver surfaces show light hairline scratches and polishing marks, with some discoloration visible inside the embouchure hole. The included hard case shows exterior scuffs and surface wear. A cleaning rod and open-hole plugs are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q2 Classic Weissman Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q2 Classic Weissman Q2 is best suited to an advanced student, serious ensemble player, teacher, or professional flutist who wants a Haynes with a solid silver body and handmade Classic headjoint without moving into the higher custom Haynes tiers. Its open-hole configuration is appropriate for players who value finger control, tonal shading, and the flexibility expected in conservatory, orchestral, chamber, and advanced solo playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the William S. Haynes Weissman Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q2 fit within the Haynes Q Series?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q2 sits above the Q1 by adding a solid silver body while retaining a silver-plated mechanism, ribs, and posts. It remains below the Q3 and Q4 models, which add higher-level construction features within the Haynes Q Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the handmade Classic headjoint contribute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haynes Classic headjoint is designed for a centered, flexible response that suits players who need control across solo, chamber, and ensemble settings. It is one of the defining features of the Q2 platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose open-hole keywork on a professional flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-hole French-style keywork gives advanced flutists direct tactile contact with the keys and supports extended techniques, alternate fingerings, and refined hand position. The included plugs allow the player to cover selected holes when desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg align=\"middle\" alt=\"Haynes Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\" style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; margin-right: auto;\"\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":"Direct Sale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53605544362349,"sku":"WMQ23-86","price":2999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7127395.jpg?v=1785193149","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/william-s-haynes-q2-classic-weissman-professional-concert-flute-in-silver-sn-86","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}