◇ About the Makers ◇ We sell handmade shinobue flutes crafted by a father and daughter team in Shimane Prefecture, who have been teaching shinobue for about 25 years. We make shinobue and kagura flutes from female bamboo (shinozake) harvested from the Shizumagawa River (formerly the Ginzangawa River), dried for over 3 years. 【About the Original Beginner's Guide】 For those who wish, we will include a free original beginner's guide (fingering chart and practice guide). If you would like one, please let us know in the transaction message after your purchase, saying "Beginner's guide requested." ◇ Shipping Method ◇ We will ship within 1-2 days of purchase using Yu-Yu Mercari delivery with eco-friendly packaging. If you are in a hurry, please leave a comment. ◇ Description ◇ For those starting to play the shinobue, the 8-hon choshi is the basic and most suitable key. It produces a bright and light sound. ◇ Tuning ◇ Tuned to the Western musical scale of 440Hz, using a tuner to match the high notes, so it can be used in ensembles and with other instruments. It is tuned so that you can play the Ro-on (1st octave), Ko-on (2nd octave), and Daiko-on (3rd octave) with varying breath strength, up to the 4th. ※ Because natural shinozake is used, the tone and playing feel vary from flute to flute. Those already accustomed to other makers' flutes may need some time to get used to producing the Daiko-on range. Also, the sound produced may vary depending on the individual product and the player's technique. Included: Handbook (fingering chart) 【Specifications】 ○ Length: Approximately 41-42cm, Thickness: Approximately 19-21mm (near the mouthpiece) ○ Material: Shinozake (female bamboo) (dried for over 3 years and then heat-treated) ○ Hole: Inner surface coated with synthetic azuki lacquer (cashew) ○ Outer surface: Coated with synthetic transparent lacquer (cashew) ○ Winding thread: Ivory color 12g of weight 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 ◇ ※ These are handmade. We offer them at an affordable price because we want many people to experience the shinobue. Please understand this point, check the condition in the photos, and refrain from purchasing if you are a perfectionist. ※ We inspect the products before shipping, but if there are any initial defects, please contact us "before" you rate the item. We will promptly exchange it. ※ Since natural bamboo is used as the material, there may be scratches and marks from removing knots, but please understand. #For_songs #Utamono #Shinobue #Shinobue #Bamboo_flute #Yokobue #8_hon_choshi