Pre-Owned J R Lafin Solid Flute Headjoint with 14k Rose Riser and Adler Wings
- Workshop Approved
- Buy on Finance
Our Description
J. R. Lafin began his career as a flute technician in 1979, becoming the only flute repair speciailist in Berlin at the time. Subsequently, he was able to go to Japan where he received extensive training at the Muramatsu factory. Through his contact with many flautists he often heard criticism about headjoints, except when they were made by Albert Cooper. This inspired his specialisation in head joint manufacture, beginning to make headjoints himself with his own custom made tools.
Following a long period of experimentation and trials, a partnership began with Albert Cooper making headjoints to his design and specifications. Since Mr Lafin and Mr Cooper are continually adapting their designs and experimenting with new ideas to improve playing characteristics, the design is always changing slightly in an ongoing effort to make flutes play better.
J Rainer Lafin headjoints are played worldwide by some of the most highly regarded players.
General Condition
This headjoint is in immaculate condition. The tenon has been resized in our workshop prior to sale to fit more makes of flute.
About J R Lafin
J. R. Lafin began his career as a flute technician in 1979, becoming the only flute repair speciailist in Berlin at the time. Subsequently, he was able to go to Japan where he received extensive training at the Muramatsu factory. Through his contact with many flautists he often heard criticism about headjoints, except when they were made by Albert Cooper. This inspired his specialisation in head joint manufacture, beginning to make headjoints himself with his own custom made tools.
Following a long period of experimentation and trials, a partnership began with Albert Cooper making headjoints to his design and specifications. Since Mr Lafin and Mr Cooper are continually adapting their designs and experimenting with new ideas to improve playing characteristics, the design is always changing slightly in an ongoing effort to make flutes play better.
J Rainer Lafin headjoints are played worldwide by some of the most highly regarded players.
Specifications
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Item Details
Item number: C203559 (Please quote this Item Number if you contact us about this item)Manufacturer: J R Lafin
Model number: Solid 14k Riser Adler Wings
Category: Pre-Owned Flute Headjoints
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Unless stated otherwise, all of our pre-owned, ex-demo and ex-display instruments are cleaned and checked, set up or serviced in our workshop prior to sale.
