Created by renowned flute maker Shuichi Tanaka, Azumi flutes are magnificent step-up instruments that leverage a masterful combination of meticulous craftsmanship and state-of-the-art design. Azumi AZ3 flutes offer serious student musicians an affordable way to access best-in-class instruments that will nurture their artistry and facilitate the expansion of their technical repertoire.
Featuring a sterling silver Altus Z-cut professional headjoint, a sterling silver body, a B footjoint, an open-hole mechanism in the Altus-Bennett scale, and a gizmo key, Azumi AZ3 flutes deliver a sumptuous tone, fluid responsiveness, and durable, long-lasting performance. Flutists at Sweetwater consider Azumi flutes one of the best values among modern instruments, and we’re sure you will, too. The Azumi AZ3SRBO step-up flute comes in a comfortable offset G key system.
The Z-Cut Head joint
The most distinctive feature of all Azumi flutes is the Altus Z-cut professional head joint which responds quickly and easily and produces a full and rich tone in all three registers. The significance of the head joint inspired the founder of AZUMI flutes - Shuichi Tanaka to produce a handmade head joint combined with a flute body that is affordable, yet of a high production quality.
Pointed Key Arms
Usually reserved for professional models, all Azumi Flutes feature pointed key arms for an elegant and refined look, improved key strength, and even pad wear.
Altus-Bennett Scale
Based on the work and recommendations of British flutist William Bennett, the Altus-Bennett scale offers excellent intonation, carefully tuned harmonics, and balanced registers
Specifications:
- Altus Professional .925 Sterling Silver Z-Cut™ Headjoint
- .925 Sterling Silver Body
- Split E Mechanism
- Open Holes
- Offset G
- B Footjoint with Gizmo Key
- Wide Rib Construction
- Silver-Plated Keys and Mechanism
- French-Style Pointed Key Arms
- Stainless Steel Springs
- French Case and Cover
- Altus-Bennett Scale