Re: [Shaku] Shakuhachi tuning

Hi Kel,

> Did you mean 'holistically' as a pun ?

Ouch!

> I can't see the difference if we
> drill all the holes
> first, then do the fine tuning, that is, what is the
> difference between
> starting from hole 1 or from hole 5 ?
> It seems like the concept is that you can't fine
> tune until all the holes
> are drilled !.....you can't tune each hole as you
> go.

I also start with #1 because I find that bamboo bores
differ and as a result, the formula for hole placement
does not work perfectly. I adjust the spacing by how
well each note is going as it's drilled.
>
> Appreciate the comment regarding a curve, I have a
> small 420mm that curves
> throughout and it has a powerful sound and good
> tuning.

That's probably a result of good aspect ratio. As Ken
pointed out, I also do not notice a difference in
sound from a curved or straight root. However,
strangely enough, the shape of the bamboo does
influence my posture when playing.

Happy New Year all. May you prosper in health, love
and Dai Ro Meri,
 Peace, Perry

>
> Kel.
>
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