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Chinese
Rootend Shakuhachi Mujitsu
Chinese root shakuhachi are relatively inexpensive flutes which have a
smooth, rich tone. These are completely natural and unadorned bamboo
shakuhachi. They are made entirely by subtraction under the philosophy
of maintaining the integrity of the material while following the path
of least resistance. Many jinashi shakuhachi teachers use Mujitsu
Chinese Rootend Shakuhachi for their students. Root bamboo has a naturally tapered bore which gives the flute back pressure. This allows for greater depth of tone than straight bore flutes. This flute making approach is designed to attain the best possible sound quality and playability at the lowest possible price. I find it an interesting and demanding challenge searching for this compromise. Much of my experience with professional grade madake shakuhachi go into these flutes. I enjoy making these as an alternative to  my
higher end shakuahchi. I'm pleased with their quality as well as with
customer feedback. It is ideal for beginners or experienced players who
desire a mechanically sound, meditative/solo level flute for a
relatively low price.Listen to a Chinese root shakuhach in the key of E All Chinese root shakuhachi are cut to their natural length and well tuned to themselves. Standard Quality Chinese Root Shakuhachi Small 1.3 to1.7 (approx. 16" to 20") $150 Medium 1.8 to 2.0 (approx. 21" to 25") $175 Large 2.1 to 2.3 (approx. 26" to 30") $200 Shipping in US $7 ($10 for larger flutes) (This shipping amount is already included on the PayPal "Buy Now" links. If you are outside the US, please contact me for your shipping rate) emptyflute@mujitsu.com Higher Quality Chinese Root Shakuhachi Prices usually range from $250 to $500 depending on bamboo quality, playability, application of urushi, etc. These are excellent values considering their quality. Please contact me for other higher quality Chinese root available. |
Bauhaus
Shakuhachi (PVC Plastic) Plastic PVC shakuhachi is an
economical alternative to a traditional madake bamboo shakuhachi. Sold
at a fraction of the cost, these flutes play surprisingly well with a
clear, bright and confident tone. There are a number of teachers who
use plastic shakuhachi for their students because of their low price
and playability. They are also waterproof and virtually indestructable.
Each flute is cleaned, polished and accurately tuned (A=440). The
blowing end head is shaped for comfort and the finger holes are beveled
for fluid playing and second register ease. 1.8 (D) $50 plus $7 shipping in US  New! 2.4 Bauhaus
Shakuhachi in A
2.4 (A) $75 plus $10 shipping in US |
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