The Jupiter JAF1000XE Alto Flute is the ideal instrument to expand your repertoire. Silver-plated and featuring both straight and curved headjoints the flute allows you flexibility in playing position whatever your preference. Complete with a hand-finished embouchure and hard wood-frame carry case the JAF1000XE is a great second instrument for chamber music flute quartets and orchestral performers – ideal for intermediate players. Expand your Repertoire Warm and characterful. The alto flute has a special mellow tonal quality. Lower pitched than a concert C instrument the Jupiter JAF1000XE Alto Flute combines beautiful tone with refined craftsmanship – the ideal instrument to expand your repertoire. Curved and Straight Headjoints Essential for flexibility and comfort. Being thicker and longer than a concert C flute the alto flute naturally weighs more. The Jupiter JAF1000XE includes both a traditional straight headjoint and a curved one for standard playing technique and easier comfortable playing. By reducing the length of the flute the curved headjoint moves the centre of gravity closer to you. Its easier to hold and allows for more relaxed playing – even over extended playing sessions. Ergonomics are further considered with the split E and offset G keys which enhance your grip and comfort. Crafted by Woodwind Experts Drawing upon decades of woodwind expertise Jupiter has created an instrument for performance. For a beautiful finish the JAF1000XE has a silver-plated body and headjoint contributing to the pristine sound and clarity you can produce throughout its entire playing range. Each flutes precision-cut headjoint is completed with an individually hand-finished embouchure. Long-lasting durability is ensured by the flutes high nickel content. Additionally the forged nickel silver dapped keys are built with strong stainless steel springs – reducing maintenance and providing a responsive playing action. For the needs of any travelling musician the JAF1000XE Alto Flute also comes with a wood-frame protective hard case and an easy-carry durable nylon cover. About Jupiter Jupiters goal is to ensure every musician is happy with their instrument. Even their student instruments offer outstanding quality specially designed to assist you to progress as fast as possible. By working closely with teachers and professional musicians Jupiter continues to find ways to improve their designs to ensure everyone can be comfortable with a Jupiter instrument. Jupiter pride themselves on recently being ISO 9001 certified. Their promise to the planet has led them only to use environmentally-friendly ways of disposing of water. All Jupiter wind instruments are even built using lead-free solder! Unlike some other companies Jupiter has a huge range of spare parts in stock. If anything unfortunate were ever to happen to your precious instrument then you can rest in the knowledge that they can help you out in no time. Specifications Key Of: G Head Material: Silver-plated nickel silver Body Material: Silver-plated nickel silver Plating: Silver plated Foot Joint: C foot Key System: Offset G/split E mechanism closed-hole Spring Type: Stainless Steel Included Accessories: Form-fitted zip case