Created by master flute maker Shuichi Tanaka, each flute reflects his passion to combine the finest playing flutes with the finest materials and artistry. For almost 30 years, Altus has hand-crafted flutes that embody the ideals of vintage inspiration and modern technology. When I am good enough I would SO love to trial the top end models. Altus Flutes - Trevor Jones Brass & Woodwind 8. I got an Altus 807E and find it perfect and a joy to play for the baroque repertoire. Shoot her an email or follow Altus on Facebook, she's very responsive and really good with updates.Īgree.
She's a road warrior and will probably be in your area at local festivals. They also get monthly shipments from Japan. Altus flutes are held in the very highest esteem by professional. The quality of craftsmanship and the far-reaching sound will impress any woodwind specialist or student. It offers the same professional scale and ample projection of Altus Co., Ltd.s higher models without the added expense. She said if she couldn't find a US retailer with the specific model you were looking for, she could have one sent from the factory within a month (with the exception of most gold and platinum bodies). The elite Altus 807 is an elegant and durable flute. I love Liz Altus!! I chatted with her for a bit back in August at the convention. Shop a wide selection of Altus Flutes from Dawkes Music, the Woodwind & Brass specialists - FREE delivery.
A colleague of mine has played an entry-level 807 since we were in college and you'd never know it wasn't a $10K flute. That should say something about their reputation.
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It also had a good resale value when I posted it for sale, got full asking price and sold within 3 days. Classic Cut, Z-Cut, V-Cut, with 14K riser and lip plate options. Az1983 wrote:Altus are wonderful flutes, I played mine for 13 years and never had an issue mechanically or otherwise. Altus fully customizable handmade headjoint in sterling, Britannia, pure, or ALTUS silvers.