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Altus A9EO - Closed Hole Flute

SKU: A9E

Product Information

This is the new Altus A9 flute with closed holes and C footjoint which gives it the model code A9EO. This newly improved A9 model takes over from the ever-popular A907 range which has been a favourite upgrade model for many years. This A9 model features a seamed body which is a process of tube creation that is normally only on the highest range of professional flutes.

What's New on the Altus A9 Flute?

The new range features a modified scale which allows for better intonation, a more even tone across the range, and a more stable harmonic structure on each note. There are also some small changes in the padding of the flute to make it more resonant.

Perhaps the most important change though is the new headjoint design. It's based on the old S cut design but it has a new lip-plate shape and embouchure design. Like any great headjoint cut it balances resistance with expression and we've been very impressed with the new headjoint design. It retains that classic large Altus sound and is easy to play and manipulate the dynamic range.

Altus 9EO Flute Specs:

  • Hand-finished Flute
  • Hand-cut .958 Brittania Silver Headjoint
  • .925 Sterling Silver lip-plate & riser
  • Nickel-silver seamed body tube
  • Silver-plated body and mechanism
  • Closed holes | Offset G | C footjoint
  • Split E mechanism | French style pointed key arms
  • Supplied with case, rod & cleaning cloth

About Altus Flutes

The Altus Company, founded by Shuichi Tanaka, produces handmade flutes in the town of Azumino in Japan. Altus is one of the most innovative companies when it comes to alloying and new ways of construction. The flute is looked upon as a piece of art, and Altus is relying on the European tradition of flute craftsmanship (Lot and Boehm).

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