A# Minor Silky Oak, Camphor 528Hz

A# Minor Silky Oak, Camphor 528Hz

$360.00
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SKU: 6577
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17 3/4 inch (450 mm). A#/Bb minor pentatonic flute. Silky oak on the front, Camphor Laurel on the back, PNG Rosewood and Australian Rosewood mouthpiece. 6 holes. Tuned 528 Hz. Birthed: 28/09/2023. 7/8 inch diameter bore.

Note progression in semitones: 3 2 2 3 2. Plays notes: A# C# D# F G# A# plus more. Suitable small to medium hands sizes.

Please note natural variations in the timber and mouthpieces will occur in these flutes. They are handmade from a vintage timber and is what makes each one special and unique :)


How to Choose a Native Flute

RIGHT SIZE

The most important thing when choosing a flute is to get one that is suitable for your hand size. A flute in the key of A or G is a good size for most people.

The hand sizes for flutes overlaps a little.

Our general recommendation is:
From the smallest flute up to G is suitable for small hands.
From A up to Low C is suitable for medium hands. 

From F# or E up to the largest flutes is suitable for large hands.

KEY

The larger the flute the deeper the tones. The smaller the flute and the tone will be higher, as they are in a higher octave.

If you're playing on your own you can play any key, it only matters if you are playing with other musicians as you would usually want to play in the same key.

The most common keys for Native American flutes are A, G, and F#. The key of A or A minor is particularly popular for beginners as it is a good, manageable size and medium sound.

WOOD TYPE

The type of wood influences the sound quality. Cedar / Red Cedar are known for a warm, mellow tone and are great for beginners as they can be played for very long periods of time without wetting out. Cedar is a soft wood and is often used in saunas as it contains natural oils that make it resistant to moisture and decay. Harder woods can only be played for shorter times as they will wet out. The harder wood flutes often produce a brighter, sharper sound.

Native Flute Care + Maintenance

Like most wooden instruments Native Flutes are fragile and need to be cared for in order to keep their quality of sound and appearance. Following these simple and basic instructions will help to ensure you have a flute that will play to your delight for years to come.

Here are some tips and advice to care and maintain your flute.

Moisture

  • It is recommended to limit playing time to 20-30 minutes per day as this helps prevent over-saturation with moisture from your breath.
  • Leave the flute to dry naturally. Do not use any heat or drying equipment as this can cause the wood to crack if dried too quickly
  • Always ensure your flute is dry before storing it in a flute bag to avoid the growth of bacteria and mould. The exact time needed will depend on the humidity in your area, but 2 to 3 hours is usually sufficient.

Storage

Avoid storing your flute in direct sunlight or in a hot car. A flute left in the sun or in a hot environment runs the risk of cracking. Best to keep your flute at room temperature.

Waxing

These beautiful flutes are finished with wax. We only recommend wax as oil will sit on wax. The maker uses Danish Wax, a type of furniture wax, but you could also use Bees Wax. It's recommended to recoat your flute with wax at least once per year to help keep a protective layer on the timber which protects it from the elements, changes in temperature and humidity.

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About the Maker

Hand-made right here in South East Queensland, Australia, these flutes are crafted by a local artisan who's been perfecting his skills for over 12 years. He honed his skills as an apprentice to a renowned flute maker from the USA and has kept up the tradition ever since. Each flute is made with care and attention to detail, reflecting his deep passion and dedication to this age-old craft.

Materials

Each flute is unique and the maker often draws inspiration from the beauty of Australian timbers including Camphor Laurel, Myrtle, Australian Red Cedar and Rosewood.

Vintage and recycled timbers are often repurposed from antique furniture and timber pieces into these timeless flutes including silky oak, walnut, cherry and white cedar.... to name a few.

See product description on each flute for specific timber type.

Please note natural variations in the timber and mouthpieces will occur in these flutes. They are handmade from a vintage timber and is what makes each one special and unique :)

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