I was playing my beloved Yokoyama Ranpo flute (ca. 40-50 years old), when all of a sudden it cracked really bad. Thorsten performed not only the necessary bindings, but also work on the Urushi coating of the inner tube and on the nagatsuki (joint). The tone of the flute is practically the same as before the repair and I could not be happier to have left the flute in the hands of Thorsten. Definitely someone to recommend!

I bought two PVC shakuhachi from Thorsten: a 1.5 and a 1.8 with an extra hole. Both are beautifully tuned and play really well. The PVC material withstands the Finnish winter, so I can take them to rehearsals and gigs without worrying about cracking or damage. The extra holes on the 1.8 give you many more possibilities to play different scales. Last but not least, Thorsten’s customer service is excellent, highly recommended!

I am so glad that I went ahead and placed an order for a 2.1 with shakuhachi-atelier. The flute is truly beautiful and has been crafted to a high standard with great attention to detail. It sounds fabulous and it was speedily delivered too, with kind attention from Thorsten. I highly recommend this maker!

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