Tube Collective is a revolutionary new shakuhachi source.
The largest personal collection of shakuhachi in the west is now available for sale. This group of flutes represents several lifetimes of connoisseurship; bringing together the finest antique, vintage and modern shakuhachi in the world.
Our lineup has a particular focus on remarkable antique Edo-period flutes and jinashi shakuhachi. Our stock also includes modern jiari hand-crafted by many of the most famous makers to ever live, such as Miura Kindo, Kono Gyukosui, Miura Ryuho, Tom Deaver & Inoue Shigemi.
We carry high-quality flutes suited for every style: Kinko-ryu, Tozan-ryu, KSK, Myoan, Kyotaku, Hocchiku & more. We also stock entry-level flutes for beginners, solid gigging instruments for intermediate players, and unique items for the discerning collector.
All of our flutes come with an audition period and a money-back guarantee if they aren't right for you (less shipping).
The largest personal collection of shakuhachi in the west is now available for sale. This group of flutes represents several lifetimes of connoisseurship; bringing together the finest antique, vintage and modern shakuhachi in the world.
Our lineup has a particular focus on remarkable antique Edo-period flutes and jinashi shakuhachi. Our stock also includes modern jiari hand-crafted by many of the most famous makers to ever live, such as Miura Kindo, Kono Gyukosui, Miura Ryuho, Tom Deaver & Inoue Shigemi.
We carry high-quality flutes suited for every style: Kinko-ryu, Tozan-ryu, KSK, Myoan, Kyotaku, Hocchiku & more. We also stock entry-level flutes for beginners, solid gigging instruments for intermediate players, and unique items for the discerning collector.
All of our flutes come with an audition period and a money-back guarantee if they aren't right for you (less shipping).
We're adding more flutes from the collection regularly.
Check back soon for new inventory.
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Precision tuned-bore flutes in Kinko-ryu, Tozan-ryu & KSK style. Made to exacting standards for contemporary (20th & 21st Century) shakuhachi playing.
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The oldest jinashi shakuhachi, designed for meditative honkyou playing. Many of these centuries-old flutes were made by shakuhachi-playing monks. Each one is a unique relic and a stunning instrument.
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Natural bore tubes designed for demanding modern honkyoku performance and meditation. This collection includes many extra-long, large-bore shakuhachi (chokan).
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Love shakuhachi but have a light wallet? Head downstairs and visit Uncle Ricky's carefully curated pile o' tubes.
Odd tubes by famous makers, scratch & dent deals, to plastique and non-root flutes for beginners & meditators. |
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Looking for an instant collection? Tube Collective is the only place you'll find entire sets of high-grade shakuhachi by famous makers gathered together.
These tubes are not for sale individually. High-rollers should contact us to inquire about pricing. |
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Featuring work by these renowned makers:
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Testimonials
The flute arrived today, well packed and in perfect condition. What a sweet-sounding instrument. Beside the Myoan pieces, I am able to play all my favorites.... I am very pleased. Thank you for the smooth process. -Herbert, Austria
Just wanted to let you know the flute arrived safely, and I’ve absolutely fallen in love with it... from the very first roll, I was mesmerized. the sound is haunting and alive; every note feels like it has a dozen possible shades, and even slight changes in fingering make new subtleties appear. The way this flute smells, the traces of age, the tiny filled cracks and the whole wabi-sabi vibe—I can really feel its history every time I pick it up...thank you so much for making this flute available to me. - Ata, Australia
The flute came and I love it! Every thing you said and even more. Marvelous sound!
Thank you . - Richard, USA
The 1.5 arrived in great shape. You did an amazing job of packing it . Thank you. I’ve just spent the last 1/2 hour trying it out and looking forward to really getting to know it. -Bridget, USA
The 1.5 has a beautiful old voice. In my goldilocks zone of timbre and tuning. Surprised to note it's at rokusun pitch despite being so slender. Obviously, made by a player with an elegant ear and eye. -Adam, USA
The shakuhachi is easy to play. Wonderful balance. Gorgeous Jinashi sound.
I have several shakuhachis with excellent tuning, and some that sound incredibly sweet.
This shakuhachi combines both qualities – WOW !!!. - Robin, Switzerland
I was impressed by the packing job and especially by the instrument itself, which is very beautiful. After a couple of persistent hours...I was finally able to get sound out of it, and as of this morning I am able to play most of the lower octave. Needless to say, I already feel bonded to the instrument and have completed my audition. - Connor, USA
