Exclusively cut and designed by Kanichi Nagahara, every headjoint cut possess a different charm and characteristics to fit the very many styles of playing.
Metal Headjoints
Three basic embouchure cuts are available for Silver, Gold, and Platinum Standard & Full Concert headjoints:
- DS -
A cross between the “D” and “S” cut. Nice resistance with a more delicate voice, great for chamber ensembles.
- Konami style lipplate-
A hand hammered wave on the lipplate lightly raising the sides of the riser enabling a more focused and direct projection. Great for those who like a more clear tone with a bit less effort.
Wood Headjoints
Our Wooden Headjoints also have exclusive cuts made to enhance the wooden resonance.
Three different cuts are available for these:
- Modern-
Clear and bold with artistic resistance through all register
- Classic-
Moderately resistant, very responsive with an elegant tone
- Baroque-
Light with a dazzling and easeful tone
- Diligente (D)-
Nice resistance with a dark, focused tone
- Ardore (A)– Bright open sound, free-
blowing through all registers
- Spianato (S)– Traditional, more conservative for smaller ensembles
- DA -
A cross between the “D” and “A” cut. Even flexibility & resistance through all registers. The most popular cut among flutists of all levels.
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Embouchure Cuts