>
Hi Nelson,
Maybe it's time to ask why the pvc flute plays so well without a
taper? Since it's made of plastic the tone of course is lacking just
like with cast bore flutes. But, if a different material that
allows a more natural sound (wood etc.) was used would a straight
bore make a good shakuhachi?
Another question. If caste bore flutes were cast with a softer, or
different kind of resin would they sound less harsh? A flute maker
here in Washington state is making caste bore flutes that don't sound
harsh. They play just as well as other caste bore flutes but have a
more natural or warmer sound. I think it may be the type of resin
he's using. Maybe others will experiment with this.
>Peter
>To All,
>
>As the PVC flute seems to be slowly gaining some acceptance and is beginning
>to be offered by makers, it may be time for the tapered PVC bore.
>
>http://www.navaching.com/shaku/taper.html
>
>Nelson
>
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>To All,
>
>As the PVC flute seems to be slowly gaining some acceptance and is beginning
>to be offered by makers, it may be time for the tapered PVC bore.
>
>http://www.navaching.com/shaku/taper.html
>
>Nelson
>
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