Professional Shakuhachi Prestige Series
Professional Shakuhachi Prestige Series
The Prestige Series
Prestige 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.
The 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.
This 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.
Customization and Unique Timbre
In Prestige series customization is fundamental. We offer the possibility to select the style of the flute's bore finish:
Jiari Style: Offers a sound that is more focused, balanced, and lively.
Jinashi Style: Typically generates a timbre that is darker, more organic, and antique in character.
Furthermore, 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).
The 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.
These 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.
This 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.
The 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.
The 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.
This 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.
VERY IMPORTANT: 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.
If you have any disability condition and this requires a special ergonomic design, please contact us immediately to study your particular case.
Features & Specs
100% Colombian materials and products.
Line and series
Line: Jiari / Jinashi
Series: Prestige (Limited-Edition)
Body
Body: Real Bamboo
Bamboo type: Colombian
Root end: Yes
Bamboo thickness: Thick
Holes: 5 aligned / Offset
Utaguchi, ago atari & mouthpiece
Mouthpiece type: Inlaid
Reference: Koumori uta-guchi 2.0
Chin-rest angle: Extended or traditional (Your choice)
Tuning
Available Keys: D4, C4, B3, A3, G3
Scale: Pentatonic
Tessitura: 3 registers
Finishes
Body color: black and gold
Exterior art design: Hand-carved low-relief flowers, meticulously gilded with a fine layer of gold leaf.
Interior coating: Yes
Material: Natural mixture and non-toxic varnish (Gold)
Exterior varnish: Yes
Hanko: Zapata signature
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( ! ) 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. ( ! )
( ! ) 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. ( ! )
Made with care
Heirloom quality
Premium materials
Classic styling
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Flutes Pre-Order is processed only
Place your pre-order on this product page. The photo of this product is a reference. All our flutes in this series are very similar and carry the same standard of finish, 100% Colombian materials, unique master Zapata aesthetics and quality workmanship. This handcrafting process can take 10 to 30 days before it is fully packaged and shipped to your address. A video will be recorded and shared with you, demonstrating the performance and quality of the flute we will send you, with photos of the product and the real live sound of the instrument. Some identification documents will be required to complete your purchase.
This product is not eligible for return or exchange (Terms of Service apply).
Handcrafted Product Disclaimer
As a handcrafted artistic piece, the Color of bamboo is subject to unique variations in tone and pattern inherent to the manual crafting process. Images are for illustrative purposes and serve as a close reference to your unique final product.
Aditional Info
Flute Hands Location
When choosing bass recorders 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.
Flutes Care
Wipe the flute with a cloth after playing, avoiding damaging the mouthpiece. Protect the utaguchi with a cap when not in use, and When not playing, store your flute in the cloth bag or case provided.
Avoid extreme changes in temperature and humidity. Our flutes are stored at 17°C and 85% humidity. Keep your flute out of direct sunlight and away from heaters and air conditioning vents. Store your flute in a temperature stable location.
Product authenticity
Our original workshop flutes do not use carcinogenic or allergy-causing products. We are not responsible for products purchased from unauthorized stores or resales at lower prices, as the product may already be defective or damaged, please be careful.. Please verify the authenticity of our products before purchasing.
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.
© KOUMORI UTAGUCHI precision inlaid mouthpiece design is a exclusive Zapata Shakuhachi Mumon Ryu® symbol property and creation of master Ricardo Zapata. Any copy or reproduction of these registered designs are prohibited.
