{"product_id":"william-s-haynes-q2-oeb-professional-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-100173","title":"William S. Haynes Q2 OEB Professional Concert Flute in Sterling Silver","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Q2 OEB Concert Flute Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe William S. Haynes Q2 is a professional Q Series flute that brings core elements of the Haynes handmade tradition into a versatile modern instrument. This particular instrument pairs the Q2 platform with a Haynes Classic headjoint and the OEB configuration, making it a thoughtful choice for experienced flutists seeking a solid-silver Haynes flute for orchestral, chamber, solo, and conservatory work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWilliam S. Haynes Q2 OEB Concert Flute Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument Type: C concert flute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadjoint: Haynes Classic handmade sterling silver headjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Sterling silver with drawn toneholes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanism: Silver-plated fully pinless mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeywork: Open-hole cups with offset G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Split E mechanism and B footjoint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Fitted black hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Black zippered outer case cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: 100173\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floor model is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It presents in excellent cosmetic condition, with bright polished surfaces and well-preserved tubing and keywork. The fitted hard case and zippered outer case cover are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho the Q2 OEB Concert Flute Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q2 OEB is suited to advanced students, conservatory players, teachers, and professional flutists who prefer the centered tonal identity and nuanced control associated with Haynes flutes. Its open-hole, offset-G layout offers familiar modern ergonomics, while the split E mechanism and B footjoint support the technical and range requirements commonly encountered in advanced solo and ensemble repertoire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Questions About the William S. Haynes Q2 Flute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Q2 differ from the Haynes Q1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Q2 adds a solid-silver body while retaining a silver-plated mechanism and drawn toneholes. The Q1 uses a silver-plated body, placing the Q2 one step higher within the Haynes Q Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does OEB indicate on this flute?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOEB identifies an open-hole flute with offset G, a split E mechanism, and a B footjoint. This configuration combines familiar left-hand ergonomics with additional support for high E response and a range extending to low B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Haynes Classic headjoint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classic is Haynes' established handmade silver headjoint design for the Q Series. It is intended to provide the centered response, tonal flexibility, and color range sought by advanced and professional flutists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quinntheeskimo.net\/Pics\/HaynesLogo\/HaynesLogo1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-left: auto; display: block; 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":53931872977261,"sku":"Q2OEB-CR100173","price":4249.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/3461\/files\/7137427.jpg?v=1788986149","url":"https:\/\/www.brassandwinds.com\/products\/william-s-haynes-q2-oeb-professional-concert-flute-in-sterling-silver-sn-100173","provider":"The Mighty Quinn Brass and Winds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}