MORI Ocarina Alto C Pipe - Item with Defects The mouthpiece has some damage, so it has been slightly repaired with epoxy resin. There are no problems with playing. This is not recommended for those who are concerned about the damage. Retail price: 16,000 yen "MORI Ocarina" is the work of Mr. Hidefumi Mori, an ocarina craftsman in Tokyo. Quoted from Ocarina House Mr. Hidefumi Mori, a graduate of the Painting Department of Tama Art University, has a workshop in "Tsukasa Art City II," an art space in Kokubunji, Tokyo, where artists gather, and is dedicated to making ocarinas. Mr. Mori, the maker, is particular about "resonance." This is highly recommended for those who want to compete with the sound of the ocarina. MORI Ocarina's commitment to resonance also extends to "commitment to the clay." It is made using "two types of clay with different roughness": one is "coarse-grained clay" and the other is "fine-grained clay." Fine-grained clay is used for the edges that require precision, and coarse-grained clay is used for the parts other than the edges that greatly affect the resonance, creating the unique resonance of the MORI Ocarina. Furthermore, to suppress the resonance of the surface coating, no coating material is used except for the mouthpiece, and the ocarina is finished to prevent resonance as much as possible. The surface finish is a natural finish polished with natural agate. ★ Tone Objectively speaking, the tone of the MORI Ocarina has a transparent sound. The high-transparency sound produced from the fine-grained clay edges resonates well, and the body acts as a speaker, producing a rich overtone resonance. The soft resonance that doesn't sound harsh even when listened to up close is a major characteristic of this ocarina. ★ Operability There is a point where it resonates well when you blow into it. If you apply your breath to that point well, you can get an indescribable tone. If you blow with a strong breath to make a sound, the sound will be distorted and won't sound good. It is better to blow gently and carefully, as it will sound richer, so it seems that a weaker breath is more suitable for this ocarina.