Altus 1507SRB-D-43 Handmade Concert Flute in Solid Britannia Silver SN 9363

Altus 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Overview

The Altus 1507SRB-D-43 is a handmade professional concert flute designed for advanced musicians seeking a responsive instrument with a centered core and room for nuanced tonal shaping. Altus handmade flutes are respected for precise Japanese craftsmanship and a playing concept suited to orchestral, chamber, solo, and conservatory settings. This instrument pairs the 1507 platform with a Britannia silver headjoint and an open-hole, B-foot configuration.

Altus 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Specifications

• Instrument Type: Concert flute
• Key: C
• Model: 1507SRB-D-43
• Headjoint Material: Britannia silver
• Key Style: Open hole
• Footjoint: B footjoint
• Case: Altus fitted hard case
• Accessories: Open-hole plugs and Altus-branded outer packaging
• Serial Number: 9363

Condition & Setup

This flute is in excellent playing order and has been professionally serviced, set up, and play-tested. It is in very good cosmetic condition, with light superficial handling marks and fine hairlines consistent with careful use. The fitted hard case has light exterior wear, and the Altus outer packaging shows more noticeable edge, corner, and surface wear. The included open-hole plugs allow players to close selected holes while adapting to the open-hole mechanism.

Who the 1507SRB-D-43 Concert Flute Is For

The 1507SRB-D-43 is intended for professional players, conservatory musicians, teachers, and advanced flutists who want the tonal flexibility and articulation control associated with a handmade flute. Its open-hole mechanism and B footjoint support advanced repertoire, while the Britannia silver headjoint offers a sophisticated platform for players who shape color and resistance through a developed embouchure. It is particularly well suited to orchestral, chamber, solo, and serious ensemble work.

Common Questions About the Altus 1507SRB-D-43

What distinguishes the Britannia silver headjoint?

Britannia silver is a high-silver-content alloy. Flutists commonly evaluate this type of headjoint for its response, resistance, articulation, and range of tonal color, with the final result shaped by the player's air support and embouchure.

What does the B footjoint add to this flute?

The B footjoint extends the flute's written range to low B and adds mass at the lower end of the instrument. It is a standard professional configuration used for repertoire that calls for low B and by players who prefer its response and balance.

Where does the 1507 fit for a professional player?

The 1507 belongs to Altus's handmade professional flute family. It is appropriate for musicians who need refined dynamic control, clear articulation, and tonal flexibility across orchestral, chamber, solo, and teaching applications.