{"product_id":"professional-shakuhachi-prestige-series","title":"Professional Shakuhachi Prestige Series","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Prestige Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrestige represents our most exquisite lineage of shakuhachi flutes. It is a masterclass in elegance, where superior materials converge with the absolute zenith of high-tier lutherie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prestige line transcends mere performance, offering a transcendental voice, an impeccable finish, and an unrivaled stage presence. Each flute is a masterpiece of profound sensitivity, rich sonority, and visual grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis instrument features our characteristic precision mouthpiece with the inlay of our exclusive \"Bat Mouth\" design. This innovation is the Zapata's hallmark flutes, guaranteeing the best blowing experience, superior sound quality, and unparalleled aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization and Unique Timbre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Prestige series customization is fundamental. We offer the possibility to select the style of the flute's bore finish:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJiari Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers a sound that is more focused, balanced, and lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJinashi Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically generates a timbre that is darker, more organic, and antique in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, the final aesthetic is in your hands: you can choose the pattern design between references Sakura Prestige S1, S4 or our special limited edition Golden Line (GL).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal coating and the tone of the bamboo bore is gold color. All flutes receive a complete varnishing to ensure maximum durability and long-lasting protection of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese shakuhachi are crafted from the finest selection root-end bamboo to create a perfect wind instrument with an unmatched tone that only the colombian bamboo can offer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bamboo has been grown at 1000-1400 meters altitude and strengthened by different temperatures for almost 3 years. Cured and dried for 2 years before the flute is handcrafted in a delicate and patient process personally performed by master Zapata to obtain a flute ready for concert, studio recording or home training practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quality of this bamboo is characterized by the fact that it has been used by the Colombian construction industry for many years in large-scale architectural constructions due to its physical-mechanical properties as a renewable alternative to conventional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flutes have a natural balance given by the weight of the same thickness of bamboo with root end. The beauty of the serration of their roots is preserved to give an unique and beautiful aesthetic. Most of them have a natural curvature that beautifies the instrument in its design. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flute includes: Certificate of authenticity, blowing and notation instructions sheet (fingering chart according to the key of the flute), Flute kit: 1 of Ergonomic Velvet Flute Cleaning Swab with Handle. 1 of Durable Polyester Flute Case with Zipper Pocket and Shoulder Strap and 1 of Bamboo Carrying Bag, Long and Portable, perfect for transport and storage, measuring approximately 115x10 cm. (cloth bag is delivered according to availability, reference photo). Flute stand sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVERY IMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e When choosing bass flutes from key A 2.3 and up, please indicate the location of your hands when holding the flute, this information will be used to locate the holes of the flute you are ordering. We recommend listening to the video that shows each tone and tessitura of the instrument according to its key, so you can get a better approach to the sound, tone and key you are looking for. The longer the flute, the deeper the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any disability condition and this requires a special ergonomic design, please contact us immediately to study your particular case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Specs\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Colombian materials and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLine and series\u003cbr\u003eLine: Jiari \/ Jinashi\u003cbr\u003eSeries: Prestige (Limited-Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody\u003cbr\u003eBody: Real Bamboo\u003cbr\u003eBamboo type: Colombian\u003cbr\u003eRoot end: Yes\u003cbr\u003eBamboo thickness: Thick\u003cbr\u003eHoles: 5 aligned \/ Offset\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUtaguchi, ago atari \u0026amp; mouthpiece\u003cbr\u003eMouthpiece type: Inlaid\u003cbr\u003eReference: Koumori uta-guchi 2.0\u003cbr\u003eChin-rest angle: Extended or traditional (Your choice)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuning\u003cbr\u003eAvailable Keys: D4, C4, B3, A3, G3\u003cbr\u003eScale: Pentatonic\u003cbr\u003eTessitura: 3 registers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinishes\u003cbr\u003eBody color: black and gold\u003cbr\u003eExterior art design: Hand-carved low-relief flowers, meticulously gilded with a fine layer of gold leaf.\u003cbr\u003eInterior coating: Yes\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Natural mixture and non-toxic varnish (Gold)\u003cbr\u003eExterior varnish: Yes\u003cbr\u003eHanko: Zapata signature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e----------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e( ! ) Each Shakuhachi is inspected and handcrafted by the master Ricardo Zapata. Professional bamboo flute instrument of high quality. All the zen flutes are made of selected colombian bamboo and each of them is labeled with the hanko of Ricardo Zapata (logo seal). This instrument has been accurately tuned. Quality audition proof to the owner personally made by Zapata Sensei to demonstrate the tuning and audio perfection for this instrument. ( ! )\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e( ! ) The MUMON RYU JIARI SERIES® BX3 KOUMORI-GUCHI and HICHO-GUCHI precision inlaid mouthpiece designs are the exclusive property and creation of master Ricardo Zapata©. Any copy or reproduction of these registered designs are prohibited. 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