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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
| Other Shakuhachi 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 $8 shipping in US  Interested in making your own 1.8 PVC shakuhachi? Try these specs.
New! 2.4 Bauhaus Shakuhachi in A
2.4 (A) $75 plus $10 shipping in US |
Ken LaCosse 415 242-0919 email