【Shinobue 5-Hole Tuned A-Key】Uta-mono (Melody Instrument) Do-Re-Mi Scale, Heaven and Earth Thread Wrapped, Black Lacquer R5-68

◇About the Makers◇
We sell handmade shinobue flutes made by a father and daughter. The father has been a shinobue instructor in Shimane Prefecture for approximately 25 years and is also a flute craftsman. We craft our shinobue and kagurabue flutes from female bamboo (shin bamboo) harvested from the Shizuma River (formerly Ginzan River), dried for over 3 years.

◇Shipping Method◇
We will ship within 1-2 days of your purchase via Yu-Pack using Yu-Yu Mercari便. If you need it urgently, please leave a comment.

◇Description◇
A 5-hole flute has a lower pitch by three semitones compared to an 8-hole flute, resulting in a calm tone range closer to the human voice.
If you transpose music with sharps (#) or flats (♭) at the beginning of the score to C major, you can play smoothly without using many semitones.

Accessories: Instruction Manual (Fingering Chart)

【Specifications】
◯Length: Approx. 48.5cm, Diameter: Approx. 21mm (near the embouchure hole)
◯Material: Shin bamboo (female bamboo) (dried for over 3 years, then heat-treated)
◯Holes: Interior coated with synthetic azuki lacquer (Casure)
◯Exterior: Coated with synthetic black lacquer (Casure)
◯Binding: Light brown thread

20g of lead is inserted inside the head joint for stability adjustment.
The reflector of the embouchure hole is made with wood putty to prevent melting even in summer heat.
Transparent lacquer (Casure) is applied to the binding thread for a beautiful and long-lasting finish.

Tuning is set to the Ko-on (2nd octave) using a tuner, making it suitable for ensemble playing and playing with other instruments.
The tuning also allows for the production of Ro-on (1st octave) and Dai-ko-on (3rd octave) by adjusting breath strength.

◇Please Note◇
*This is a handmade item.
We offer these flutes at an affordable price with the hope that many people will experience the joy of playing the shinobue.
We kindly ask for your understanding in this regard. Please check the condition in the photos, and refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about perfection.

*We ship after inspection. In the unlikely event of an initial defect, please contact us *before* confirming receipt. We will promptly arrange for an exchange.
Returns and cancellations are not accepted.
*As natural bamboo is used, there may be scratches or marks from the crafting process. These do not affect the sound.

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