At The Tuneful Tech, we are offering a 1960s custom Haynes flute for sale through consignment. This Haynes flute was handcrafted by Deveau in the 1960s and features a customized D key to help the original owner reach the key after an injury on the right ring finger. The modification can be adjusted for a typical flutist or restored for someone who requires the alteration.
The Features of this Custom Haynes Flute are:
Handmade by Devaeu in 1959-1960
Original Receipt of Purchase Solid silver body, keys with soldered tone holes
Inline G configuration
B foot joint
Option of the original 1960s headjoint or the 1986 heavy-walled headjoint (preferred by original owners)
Replaced French open hole key to fit the modification
Original modified key with lever key.
B foot
The choice between the original 1960s headjoint or the 1986 heavy-walled headjoint (preference for original owners)
Replaced French open hole key to accommodate the modification
Original modified key with lever key.
Replacement open hole D key crafted to be compatible with the initial modification intended for a player missing the tip of their right ring finger. The D lever modification can be detached for players who do not require the accommodation.
Original D key Modification Designed by Deveau A Flute with a Story
This flute has a distinctive story. Its original owner needed a flute that could accommodate the lack of the tip of their right ring finger. In 1959, they contacted Lewis Deveau at Haynes to not only purchase a professional flute but also to implement a necessary modification for playing. The modification involved adding a key behind the D key, functioning as a lever to make up for the player's short reach with their ring finger. In partnership with Haynes, we were able to order a French open-hole D key that works with the added lever key from the modification. This design allows a player who doesn't require the modification to play the flute comfortably, while also enabling a player who does need it to use the key by plugging the open-hole D key. Feel free to visit us anytime to explore and try this unique flute.
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