Hosetsu Meditation Shakuhachi are
electronically tuned to Western Standard Pitch, in the minor pentatonic scale, allowing you to play with other instruments. These beautiful, well-made flutes are
electronically tuned to Western Standard Pitch, in the minor pentatonic scale, allowing you to play with other instruments. These beautiful, well-made flutes are
capable of producing a full range of unique, rich tones.
Features a precision crafted Kinko-ryu inlay (Utaguchi) which is made of durable black acrylic with an outline of sterling silver. The inlay helps the blowing edge stay sharp and pristine, crucial for long-term performance. Both
ends of this natural bore flute are polished to a fine sheen than the whole instrument is finished with pure, cold pressed walnut oil. 'Hosetsu' hanko (my maker's stamp) near back hole is colored with a natural ocher pigment. (Photo on right side of this page)
Hosetsu Meditation Shakuhachi are designed as an excellent quality flute for meditative playing as well as
for hobby level and beginners of the instrument.
for hobby level and beginners of the instrument.
• Made from unique Torachiku (Tiger) Bamboo.
• Every flute is guaranteed to please!
(Most orders ship within 3 to 7 business days.)
Please note: For shakuhachi sizes 2.1 and larger, first and third holes –from bottom to top– are offset for easier reach. They are aligned for standard left-hand over right playing. Right over left alignment is available if requested at time of order.
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1.6 Key of 'E' Meditation Shakuhachi
This is currently the smallest size flute I make. Very easy
to reach holes with a beautiful, bright tone.
to reach holes with a beautiful, bright tone.
About 18.5 in. long.
Widest finger spacing is 2-1/4 in., spanning between
index and ring finger.
Item# M1.6 $105.00
index and ring finger.
Item# M1.6 $105.00
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1.8 Key of 'D' Meditation Shakuhachi
The 1.8 is considered by many to be the best size for beginning shakuhachi players.
About 21 in. long.
Widest finger spacing is 2-1/2 in., spanning between index and ring finger.
Item# M1.8 $115.00
_____________________________________________________________2.0 Key of 'C' Meditation Shakuhachi
About 24 in. long.
Widest finger spacing is 2-3/4 in., spanning between index and ring finger.
Item# M2.0 $125.00
Widest finger spacing is 2-3/4 in., spanning between index and ring finger.
Item# M2.0 $125.00
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2.1 Key of 'B' Meditation Shakuhachi
2.1 Key of 'B' Meditation Shakuhachi
About 25.5 in. long. Widest finger spacing is 3 in., spanning between index and ring finger.
Item# M2.1 $135.00
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2.4 Key of 'A' Meditation Shakuhachi
About 29 in. long. Widest finger spacing is 3-1/4 in., spanning between index and ring finger. Listen to a sound clip of a typical 2.4 meditation flute.
Item# M2.4 $150.00
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2.8 Key of 'G' Meditation Shakuhachi
About 32 in. long. Widest finger spacing is 3-1/2 in., spanning between index and ring finger. If you wear a size XL glove, fingering a G flute should be easy for you. People with slightly smaller hands can play as well though the stretch can be uncomfortable for some. Listen to a sound clip of a typical 2.8 meditation flute.
Item# M2.8 $175.00
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