Compass                              c – C”” (g – G”’)

Headpiece and body          silverplated

The alto flute was specially designed for ensemble purposes. Therefore it has to produce more decibels when playing low notes. For this the diameter of the flute is unusually wide: 28 mm.

The flute performs as a solo instrument also although regular altos will be slightly more subtle in the top region. Bottom notes however are very warm, easy and loud. Using this type of instrument does mean a difference in flute choirs.

The bore of the tube is slightly different from regular flutes (see picture). This makes a very regular tube and low toneholes. Therefore the body is in one piece.

The example shown here is an alto flute with parts of the tube non silverplated. This is to achieve a nice contrast. Of course the flute can be fully silverplated if wanted.