◇ About the Makers ◇ We sell handmade shinobue flutes crafted by a father and daughter team in Shimane Prefecture, with the father having about 25 years of experience as a shinobue instructor and flute maker. We make shinobue and kagura flutes from female bamboo (shinotake) harvested from the Shizumagawa River (formerly the Ginzangawa River), dried for over three years. ◇ Shipping Method ◇ We will ship within 1-2 days of purchase via Yu-Pack, a service of Yu-Yu Mercari. ◇ Description ◇ A 6-hon-choshi flute is a half-step x 2 lower in pitch than an 8-hon-choshi flute, resulting in a range closer to the human voice. Songs with a # at the beginning of the score can be smoothly played without using many half-steps by transposing them to C major. ◇ Tuning ◇ Tuned to the Western musical scale of 440Hz, using a tuner to match the high register (second octave), allowing for ensemble playing and performance with other instruments. Tuned to allow for the sound to be produced with breath control up to the fourth register: Ro (first octave), Ko (second octave), and Daiko (third octave). * Because natural shinotake is used, the tone and playing feel vary from flute to flute. Those already accustomed to other makers' flutes may need some adjustment to produce the Daiko range. Also, the sound produced may vary depending on the individual product and the player's technique. Included: Instruction manual (fingering chart) 【Specifications】 ○ Length: Approximately 45-46cm, thickness approximately 20-21mm (near the mouthpiece) ○ Material: Shinotake (female bamboo) (dried for over 3 years, then heat-treated) ○ Inner holes: Synthetic azuki-colored lacquer (cashew) finish ○ Outer surface: Synthetic black lacquer (cashew) finish ○ Binding thread: Light brown 20g of lead is inserted inside the head of the tube for stability adjustment. Wood putty is used for the mouthpiece reflector to prevent melting in the summer heat. ◇ Requests ◇ * Handmade. We offer these flutes at an affordable price because we want many people to experience the shinobue. Please understand this, check the condition in the photos, and refrain from purchasing if you are a perfectionist. * We inspect the flutes before shipping, but if there are any initial defects, please contact us "before" giving a receipt evaluation. We will promptly exchange the item. * The detailed photos from the second image onwards are taken to closely resemble the actual colors, but the colors may appear slightly different when viewed in person. * There may be scratches and processing marks due to the natural bamboo. These do not affect the sound. #For_songs#For_songs#Shinobue#Shinobue#Bamboo_flute#Horizontal_flute#6_hon-choshi