The handcrafted ALTUS headpiece for the Z-Series models is characterized by the rather angular shape of the mouth hole, the Z-Cut. The wide blowing edge allows a very fast response and full sound. The sound character of this series is supported by the use of 925 sterling silver.
The sterling silver headjoint with 92.5% silver content gives the instruments the typical bright silver sound, which is standard in the advanced range to produce a sophisticated sound.
The material is characterized by high strength and corrosion resistance and allows a quick response.
The inline design means that the G and A flaps are positioned in line with the rest of the flaps. This construction method is particularly in demand in the French flute tradition.
Open hole keys are a modern development and enable technical refinements that are not possible with closed hole keys. For example, there are special alternative grips, especially for modern playing techniques. The open hole keys can be closed at any time with silicone plugs included in the accessories.
The scope of delivery of each AZUMI flute includes an elegant, high-quality velvet-lined wooden case, a matching lined case pocket as well as a wiper rod and cleaning cloth.
The B-foot extends the range of a flute by a semitone to the minor B. Due to the longer tube, the timbre is a bit more muted and the intonation of especially high notes is a little easier.
Headjoint | Handmade Z-Cut, Sterling silver (925) |
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Lip-plate | Sterling silver (925) |
Headjoint riser | Sterling silver (925) |
Body | Silver-plated nickel silver |
Mechanism | Silver-plated nickel silve |
Foojoint | B foot |
Keys | Open holes, french pointed keys, Inline |
Tuning | A= 442Hz |
Accessories | Including an original AZUMI flutecase and -bag |