For almost 40 years, Altus has had hand-crafted flutes that embody the ideal of vintage inspiration and modern technology. Created by Master Flute Maker Shuichi Tanaka, each Altus flute reflects his passion to combine the finest flute-playing with premium materials and artistry. The meticulous design of the flutes and the acclaimed Altus scale™ offers excellent intonation, carefully tuned harmonics, and balanced registers.