Shakuhachi

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A masterfully crafted shakuhachi (Japanese end-blown bamboo-flute) in C, with precision and playability as its top priorities. I've uploaded one STL file featuring the entire flute, a second file showcasing it divided into five sections, and separate files for each piece to enable convenient printing. Note that piece 2 meets piece 3 at a joint; a slight polishing session will likely make it fit smoothly. To connect pieces 1 and 2, as well as 3, 4, and 5, polish the end faces slightly and then secure them with epoxy. The mouthpiece might also benefit from gentle sharpening using polishing paper. If the lower notes don't resonate correctly, try gently polishing the inner walls using polishing paper wrapped around a stick - it makes a noticeable difference. I created this model based on an authentic shakuhachi, ensuring exceptional playability and precision tuning. Even without any modifications, it sounds incredible! However, printing with glass or wood-filled PLA may enhance its acoustics further. In my tests, standard PLA proved to work remarkably well too. Print Settings: Rafts: Yes Supports: No Resolution: 0.2 mm Infill: 30% or more