Anonymous Nach Meyer Style 8-Key, D (Low Pitch)

A very clean example of an anonymous eight-key flute in the Nach Meyer style, likely dating from the early twentieth century. The flute is in superb condition for its age, with no cracks in the headjoint and fresh leather pads throughout. Tuning is optimized for approximately A=430, consistent with the Low Pitch standard marked on the instrument.

The headjoint is ivory or an ivory-like material, with an elliptical embouchure hole. The body is three-section construction with corked tenons and eight keys with leather pads. The long F key and C key show some downward bending, likely caused by the sections being twisted at some point and the keys colliding rather than an intentional ergonomic adjustment. A woodwind technician can easily sort out the key alignment to suit the new player's preference; we can recommend a tech if you don't have one locally.

Please note that due to the ivory headjoint, this flute is available for U.S. domestic sale only.

About the Style

Flutes described as "Nach Meyer" (German for "after Meyer") follow the design principles associated with the keyed flutes produced by the Meyer workshop, which was among the most influential Continental flute makers of the nineteenth century. Instruments built in this style typically feature the elliptical embouchure, eight-key (or more) configuration, and general proportions characteristic of Meyer's work, though they were produced by various makers and workshops rather than the Meyer firm itself.