Azumi AZ-Z3RE Intermediate Concert Flute
Overview
The Azumi AZ-Z3RE is an intermediate concert flute that benefits from the expertise of Altus, one of Japan's premier professional flute makers, offering a playing experience that significantly outperforms its price point. The centerpiece of this instrument is the Altus Z-cut headjoint made from Britannia silver, which produces a warm, resonant, and responsive tone that immediately elevates the sound quality compared to standard intermediate flutes with plated headjoints. The body is sterling silver-plated nickel silver with open-hole French model keys, providing a balanced combination of tonal quality and durability. The key mechanism features ribbed construction and stainless steel springs that deliver a fast, reliable action with excellent tactile feedback. The offset G key, split E mechanism, and B foot joint are standard, providing the features advancing players need for their developing repertoire. The hand-finished headjoint is where this flute truly distinguishes itself from competitors, with a responsiveness and tonal flexibility that is closer to professional-level instruments. Intonation is excellent, reflecting Altus's expertise in acoustic design. This flute is ideal for serious high school and university students who want a significant step up from their student instrument. The silver-plated body, while enhanced by the silver headjoint, does not provide the full tonal richness of an all-silver instrument.
Flutes
The Azumi AZ-Z3RE is an intermediate flute that benefits from an Altus-made Britannia silver Z-cut headjoint, producing tone and responsiveness closer to professional instruments at a fraction of the cost for serious advancing students.
Instrument Details
$2,499
Intermediate
Brand
Azumi
Type
Concert Flute
Made In
Japan
Year
2017
