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- How big is a bamboo flute?
- How long should a bamboo flute be?
- How do you measure a bamboo flute?
- What diameter is good to produce the best sound of bamboo flute?
How big is a bamboo flute?
The bansuri is typically between 30 centimetres (12 in) and 75 centimetres (30 in) in length, and the thickness of a human thumb.
How long should a bamboo flute be?
Different lengths provide different tones
The length of the bamboo will play a major part in determining the key that your flute will play. If you require the flute to play key A, cut it to the length of 14 inches. For an F key tone, cut to 18 inches and for a D key make sure your bamboo is 21 inches long.
How do you measure a bamboo flute?
Measure the exact placement of the embouchure.
The embouchure should be one diameter up from the cork -- the node you selected at the end of the bamboo. For instance, if the width or diameter of the bamboo is 8 centimeters (3.1 inches), then you will measure 8 centimeters (3.1 inches) up from the cork.
What diameter is good to produce the best sound of bamboo flute?
The tube's inside diameter should be between 3/4 inches and 7/8 inches . . . and Craig adds that thinwalled (about 1/8 inch-thick) specimens produce the best sound. Also, you should try to obtain a section of stalk that's well seasoned (not green) and free of cracks.
