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The traditional Andean traverse flute is the predecessor of the Boehm flute and is an extremely popular instrument among the indigenous tribes of South America. It’s warm tones are widely used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music.

Made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan, the traverse flute has a musical span of 3 octaves and is constructed with either a plain or bone mouth piece.

These professional traverse flutes are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America and were created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos, classical guitars and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These traverse flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em)

Measuring approx. 19.5 inches long and 0.8 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each encompassing their own individual characteristics.

Free Traverse Flute Cover

This flute comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda traverse flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Traditionally crafted in Bolivia by Mamani, our most highly regarded luthier who also makes many of the flutes here on Original Artisan, these pan flutes come with a handmade deluxe zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

Chromatic Tuning

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 30 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 3 rows of 11, 10 and 9 pipes.

The first two rows producing notes of of Sol Major (G) and the third row producing the chromatic intervals. It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 17 inches with an inside diameter of 1/2 an inch.

Deluxe Zampona Case

The deluxe cases included with these panpipes are of a much better quality than the usual cases supplied with most pan flutes. Cases will vary in colour and nature from time to time but will always be of good quality. Please use the text box below to state your chosen colour when purchasing this instrument or feel free to contact me via email or using this site’s contact page.

Due to the fact that I only have a limited stock, pan pipe cases will be shipped on a first come first served basis. I always endeavour to send your chosen colour but if your choice is unavailable then an alternative will be provided.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Traditionally crafted in Bolivia by Mamani, our most highly regarded luthier who also makes many of the flutes here on Original Artisan, these pan flutes come with a handmade deluxe zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in a single curved row making them much easier to play than many other styles of zampona.

The longest pipe measures 13.75 inches with a diameter of 0.75 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Of all the panpipes I have in stock, these are definitely my favourite and the easiest to play.

Deluxe Zampona Case

The deluxe cases included with these panpipes are of a much better quality than the usual cases supplied with most pan flutes. Cases will vary in colour and nature from time to time but will always be of good quality. Please use the text box below to state your chosen colour when purchasing this instrument or feel free to contact me via email or using this site’s contact page.

Due to the fact that I only have a limited stock, pan pipe cases will be shipped on a first come first served basis. I always endeavour to send your chosen colour but if your choice is unavailable then the alternative will be provided.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Traditionally crafted in Bolivia by Mamani, our most highly regarded luthier who also makes many of the flutes here on Original Artisan, these pan flutes come with a handmade deluxe zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in a single curved row making them much easier to play than many other styles of zampona.

The longest pipe measures 13.5 inches with a diameter of 0.75 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Of all the panpipes I have in stock, these are definitely my favourite and the easiest to play.

Deluxe Zampona Case

The deluxe cases included with these panpipes are of a much better quality than the usual cases supplied with most pan flutes. Cases will vary in colour and nature from time to time but will always be of good quality. Please use the text box below to state your chosen colour when purchasing this instrument or feel free to contact me via email or using this site’s contact page.

Due to the fact that I only have a limited stock, pan pipe cases will be shipped on a first come first served basis. I always endeavour to send your chosen colour but if your choice is unavailable then the alternative will be provided.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Traditionally crafted in Bolivia by Mamani, our most highly regarded luthier who also makes many of the flutes here on Original Artisan, these pan flutes come with a handmade deluxe zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 21 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in a single curved row making them much easier to play than many other styles of zampona.

The longest pipe measures 15.25 inches with a diameter of 0.75 of an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Of all the panpipes I have in stock, these are definitely my favourite and the easiest to play.

Deluxe Zampona Case

The deluxe cases included with these panpipes are of a much better quality than the usual cases supplied with most pan flutes. Cases will vary in colour and nature from time to time but will always be of good quality. Please use the text box below to state your chosen colour when purchasing this instrument or feel free to contact me via email or using this site’s contact page.

Due to the fact that I only have a limited stock, pan pipe cases will be shipped on a first come first served basis. I always endeavour to send your chosen colour but if your choice is unavailable then the alternative will be provided.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The pan pipe, also known as the pan flute or zampona is probably one of the most well known traditional musical instruments of the Andes.

Played by the indigenous Andean tribes people for countless generations, these beautiful instruments come in many shapes and sizes and vary in name depending on the particular regions they come from.

Known by the Quechua tribes as the antara, by the Aymara as the the siku or zampolla, and more commonly referred to as the Spanish zampona, these handmade Bolivian panpipes are the genuine article and produce a beautiful sound reminiscent of their ancestral heritage and worthy of concert performance.

As with all the instruments here on Original Artisan, the zamponas you see here are professional instruments and should not be confused with cheaper tourist grade pan pipes sold in Peruvian markets and other internet trinket sites.

Created by traditional Bolivian luthiers, these pan flutes come with a handmade zampona case to protect the instrument from changes in temperature and humidity.

Tuning

There are 4 kinds of zampona, each tuned 1/8 of an octave higher than it’s sibling. The lowest known as the Toyos, then the Zankas, the Maltas and the highest being the Chulis.

These particular pan pipes are of the Malta type and are comprised of 15 bamboo tubes of varying lengths, fashioned in 2 rows of 7 and 8 pipes.

The longest pipe measures an inside length of 13 inches with a diameter of 1/2 an inch.

This instrument is tuned to the key of Sol Major (G) and it’s relative Mi minor (Em). It’s deep vibrations produce a truly beautiful sound that captures the spirit of the Andean people in a timeless harmony.

Zampona Case

These panpipes come with a very special and unique woven case. Unlike most covers, these particular ones are fashioned from an original Andean tribal weaving. Used in traditional tribal environments throughout their life, these authentic weavings are then cleverly fashioned into useful items such as instrument cases, belts and other garments.

Please note : This purchase is for one pan pipe and one case.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quenacho (kenacho) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quenacho produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quenacho is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

The six hole quenacho has a musical span of 3 octaves and is a longer, deeper sounding flute than the quena.

The professional concert quenachos you see here are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

This quenacho is precision concert tuned to the scale of Re Major (D) / Si minor (Bm)

Measuring 19.75 inches long and 1.25 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quenacho Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made to provide even better protection for our instruments. Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and individually made for an extra snug fit.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda quenachos in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quenacho (kenacho) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quenacho produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quenacho is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

The six hole quenacho has a musical span of 3 octaves and is a longer, deeper sounding flute than the quena.

The professional concert quenachos you see here are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Wayacan, a beautiful wood native to South America.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

This quenacho is precision concert tuned to the scale of Re Major (D) / Si minor (Bm)

Measuring 19.75 inches long and 1.25 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quenacho Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made to provide even better protection for our instruments. Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and individually made for an extra snug fit.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda quenachos in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The traditional Andean traverse flute is the predecessor of the Boehm flute and is an extremely popular instrument among the indigenous tribes of South America. It’s warm tones are widely used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music.

Made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan, the traverse flute has a musical span of 3 octaves and is constructed with either a plain or bone mouth piece.

These professional traverse flutes are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America and were created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos, classical guitars and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These traverse flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em)

Measuring approx. 19.5 inches long and 0.8 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each encompassing their own individual characteristics.

Free Traverse Flute Cover

This flute comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda traverse flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The traditional Andean traverse flute is the predecessor of the Boehm flute and is an extremely popular instrument among the indigenous tribes of South America. It’s warm tones are widely used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music.

Made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan, the traverse flute has a musical span of 3 octaves and is constructed with either a plain or bone mouth piece.

These professional traverse flutes are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America and were created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos, classical guitars and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These traverse flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em)

Measuring approx. 19.5 inches long and 0.8 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each encompassing their own individual characteristics.

Free Traverse Flute Cover

This flute comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda traverse flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

Please view our quena samples page for demonstrations of some of our flutes being played.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional concert quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America.

Take a look at our quena and woodwind catagories to view more flutes and other instruments.

Concert Tweaked Quena

All the flutes sold on Original Artisan are professional instruments and operate at a high standard, but these particular flutes have been specifically ‘tweaked’ by the producers to ensure they are exceptional instruments and perform to the highest possible standard.

These flutes are for the quena connoisseur or the flute perfectionist as you might say.

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Hear one of these concert quenas being played.

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As you can see, they are quite plain and have no frills. A beautifully simple, yet perfect instrument.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making and playing these instruments for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quena flutes are concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em) and have been ‘tweaked’ for optimum performance.

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional quena you see here is an exceptional instrument made purely from donkey bone with ebony mouth and end pieces to reinforce and strengthen the flute as well as adding to it’s beauty.

This flute was made by a professional Bolivian luthier who has been making these excellent high quality instruments as his lifetime’s trade.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

This quena flute is precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em).

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bone quenas in order to show off the slight differences in bone colour and grain between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the materials used.

Free Deluxe Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional quena you see here is an exceptional instrument made purely from donkey bone with metal mouth and end pieces to reinforce and strengthen the flute as well as adding to it’s beauty.

This flute was made by a professional Bolivian luthier who has been making these excellent high quality instruments as his lifetime’s trade.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

This quena flute is precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em).

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bone quenas in order to show off the slight differences in bone colour and grain between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the materials used.

Free Deluxe Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This bamboo traverse flute was specifically made for Original Artisan following requests from our clients for Celtic flutes.

Beautifully made by our professional luthier – Augustine Mamani, this 6 hole Celtic flute is tuned to Bb Major and it’s relative G minor.

Measuring -  71 cm x 3.6 cm

Tuning – Bb Maj – G min

Note : This flute does not come with a cover but we will soon have cases made to measure by our artisans in La Paz and those purchasing this flute will be given the opportunity to purchase one at a discounted price.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This bamboo traverse flute was specifically made for Original Artisan following requests from our clients for Celtic flutes.

Beautifully made by our professional luthier – Augustine Mamani, this 6 hole Celtic flute is tuned to C Major and it’s relative A minor.

Measuring -  62.5 cm x 3cm

Tuning – C Maj – A min

Note : This flute does not come with a cover but we will soon have cases made to measure by our artisans in La Paz and those purchasing this flute will be given the opportunity to purchase one at a discounted price.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This bamboo traverse flute was specifically made for Original Artisan following requests from our clients for Celtic flutes.

Beautifully made by our professional luthier – Augustine Mamani, this 6 hole Celtic flute is tuned to D Major and it’s relative B minor.

Measuring -  54.5 cm x 3cm

Tuning – D Maj – B min

Note : This flute does not come with a cover but we will soon have cases made to measure by our artisans in La Paz and those purchasing this flute will be given the opportunity to purchase one at a discounted price.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This bamboo traverse flute was specifically made for Original Artisan following requests from our clients for Celtic flutes.

Beautifully made by our professional luthier – Augustine Mamani, this 6 hole Celtic flute is tuned to F Major and it’s relative D minor.

Measuring -  47.5 cm x 3cm

Tuning – F Maj – D min

Free Traverse Flute Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free.

Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Known for their superior quality and excellent tones, Medina Artigas charango strings are hugely popular across Bolivia and the rest of the world.

Using quality strings brings out the best in your charango, improving your instrument’s sound quality, intonation, tuning and overall playability.

Enough for two complete re-strings.

11 double length strings (5 x 2) + 1 spare 1st.

Colour : Black

Pack contains :

String 5 – Sol G x 2

String 4 – D0 C x 2

String 3 – Mi E x 2

String 2 – La A x 2

String 1 – Mi E x 2

Plus one spare 1st.

Please note : String packaging may vary depending on stock. As indicated in our gallery photos, packs may show either red or black ‘Encordado para Dos Charangos’ labels or have no labelling at all.

Regardless of labelling, each pack contains the same amount of double length charango strings.

Known for their superior quality and excellent tones, Medina Artigas charango strings are hugely popular across Bolivia and the rest of the world.

Using quality strings brings out the best in your charango, improving your instrument’s sound quality, intonation, tuning and overall playability.

Enough for one complete re-string.

11 strings (5 x 2) + 1 spare 1st.

Colour : Black

Pack contains :

String 5 – Sol G x 2

String 4 – D0 C x 2

String 3 – Mi E x 2

String 2 – La A x 2

String 1 – Mi E x 2

Plus one spare 1st.

Known for their superior quality and excellent tones, Medina Artigas charango strings are hugely popular across Bolivia and the rest of the world.

Using quality strings brings out the best in your charango, improving your instrument’s sound quality, intonation, tuning and overall playability.

Enough for one complete re-string.

11 strings (5 x 2) + 1 spare 1st.

Pack contains :

String 5 – Sol G x 2

String 4 – D0 C x 2

String 3 – Mi E x 2

String 2 – La A x 2

String 1 – Mi E x 2

Plus one spare 1st.

Extremely popular with charango players across Bolivia, Tempo strings are known for providing great quality at a good price.

Our luthiers in La Paz recommend Tempo strings as the best charango strings on the market for their price.

Pack contains enough for two re-strings.

String Colour : Black

This high quality concert charango made by Quilla is a superb instrument, ideal for anyone looking for an excellent charango worthy of concert performance.

Featuring an ornately carved soundhole, this acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is certainly a beautiful piece to play.

The body, neck and headstock of this acoustic charango is made out of one piece of Naranjillo wood, the fretboard from Ebony, the soundboard from German Albeto pine and features an Ebony bridge with a beautiful mother of pearl inlay complementing a bone saddle, a bone nut, a beautiful Jacaranda plated headstock and an ornately decorated soundboard.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with the instrument is a deluxe, heavy duty padded case providing excellent protection for your charango, featuring various compartments, a soft fur inlay, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring 66.5 cm long – 18.3 cm wide – 9 cm high.

No of Frets – 15

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

There are a couple of varnish drips around the edge of the soundboard which are not easily visible but can be seen on close inspection. See our gallery images for detailed photos. Slight varnish issues such as these are common place among handmade charangos.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping.

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K and we can discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Concert Jacaranda Ronroco.

Please Note : This Ronroco is currently reserved pending a purchase enquiry.

The entire body of this beautiful concert Ronroco is carved out of one piece of Jacaranda wood, resulting in an excellent instrument with a sound quality worthy of concert performance.

A high quality superb instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Jacaranda wood.

This acoustic ronroco has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The fretboard is made from Ebony, the soundboard from Canadian Albeto pine, featuring a Jacaranda bridge complementing a bone saddle and nut.

It’s stylish headstock is fashioned with high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for all levels of ronroco player and professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most ronrocos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Please Note : The case of this ronroco is purple and not blue.

Measuring 77.5 cm long – 23 cm wide – 10 cm high.

No of Frets – 18

Scale Length – 48 cm

( Measured from fretboard edge of nut to crown of 12th fret x 2 )

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This ronroco is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this ronroco are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this ronroco posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this ronroco.

Guarantee

This ronroco comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This beautiful native American flute is hand crafted by from Bolivian bamboo by our world class expert luthier who personally supplies many of the flutes you see here on Original Artisan. The mouthpiece and top section of this flute are made from Jacaranda.

Marked with the classic Mamani name, this native American flute is another one of his excellent creations and comes with a stunning woven case.

This authentic flute is a wonderful woodwind piece and is tuned to concert standard. When played it produces the most beautiful Andean tones that any musician would be proud to have in their collection.

Unlike the Andean quena or quenacho, these native flutes are extremely easy to play. The air from the mouthpiece passes through the wind chamber and is automatically split across the fipple, producing the flute’s distinctive notes with ease, making this instrument a perfect flute for beginners and advanced players alike.

With 5 holes at the front and tuned to Gm Pentatonic this native American flute is 50 cm long and 3.5 cm wide.

Free Native Flute Case

Included with this flute is a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

These flute cases have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide extra protection for our instruments, with a thicker than usual case lining and an extra snug fit.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bamboo native flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This beautiful native American flute is hand crafted by from Bolivian Jacaranda wood by our world class expert luthier who personally supplies many of the flutes you see here on Original Artisan.

Marked with the classic Mamani name, this native American flute is another one of his excellent creations and comes with a stunning woven case.

This authentic flute is a wonderful woodwind piece and is tuned to concert standard. When played it produces the most beautiful Andean tones that any musician would be proud to have in their collection.

Unlike the Andean quena or quenacho, these native flutes are extremely easy to play. The air from the mouthpiece passes through the wind chamber and is automatically split across the fipple, producing the flute’s distinctive notes with ease, making this instrument a perfect flute for beginners and advanced players alike.

With 5 holes at the front and tuned to Gm Pentatonic this native American flute is 50 cm long and 3.5 cm wide.

Free Native Flute Case

Included with this flute is a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

These flute cases have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide extra protection for our instruments, with a thicker than usual case lining and an extra snug fit.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda native flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Mama Quena – Mamani

This is one of the most awesome flutes you will ever see.

Made from Bolivian bamboo by our exquisite luthier – Augustine Mamani and measuring 83 cm x 4 cm, this immense flute dwarfs it’s siblings, the quena and mighty quenacho, making them look almost toy like in comparison.

Tuned in the same way as the standard quena flute – Sol (G) Major and it’s relative Mi minor (Em), the Mama quena achieves the lowest notes in the family and requires the biggest stretch to do so.

Despite it’s size, experienced flute players should not have too much difficulty getting to grips with this instrument. Amateur players will definitely find the fingerings a real challenge.

Material : Bamboo – Varnished

Deluxe Woven Case

This amazing flute comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £19.99 absolutely free.

This case has been especially made to provide even better protection for our Mama quena. Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and individually made for an extra snug fit.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The Aymara quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

Please view our quena samples page for demonstrations of some of our flutes being played.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America.

Take a look at our quena and woodwind catagories to view more flutes and other instruments.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making and playing these instruments in South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

Professional Quena Flute

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quena flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em).

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda Aymara quenas in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional concert quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from South American bamboo.

Concert Bamboo Quena

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quena flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em).

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bamboo Aymara concert quenas in order to show off the slight differences in colour, grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This professional charango is well made and has excellent sound quality, action and intonation. Made using less expensive woods, this model is a good contender when pitched against our higher priced models.

The body, neck and headstock of this acoustic charango is made out of one piece of Naranjillo wood, the fretboard from Jacaranda, the soundboard from pine and features a bone saddle with a beautiful Jacaranda plated headstock. This pro grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional and comes at a fraction of the price.

Included with the instrument is a traditional soft case and a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring 66 cm long – 18 cm wide – 8.5 cm high.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 37.5 cm

( Measured from fretboard edge of nut to crown of 12th fret x 2 )

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango has no conspicuous dents, faults or abrasions and is a lovely looking instrument. The lower V shaped edges of the mother of pearl, although varnished and beautifully smooth, does appear to have a slightly rough edge under the varnish. This is a minor cosmetic issue as a result of a soundboard upgrade by our luthiers. There are also two white coloured markings shown on the back of the neck, again these are perfectly smooth and also under the varnish. Purely minor cosmetic issues that have no effect on the sound or playability of this instrument.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers. Please contact me for more information.

Another excellent example of a professional concert charango.

A superb high quality instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Naranjillo wood.

Constructed with a traditional round soundhole featuring a beautiful rosette and soundboard constructed with Canadian Albeto pine.

This acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The fretboard is comprised of pure Ebony, complementing a Jacaranda bridge and a bone saddle and nut.

It’s ornate Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of Castillio pine and high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring approx – 68.5 cm long – 18.5 cm wide – 9 cm high.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 38 cm

( Measured from fretboard edge of nut to crown of 12th fret x 2 )

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Another excellent example of a professional concert charango.

A superb high quality instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Naranjillo wood.

Constructed with a traditional round soundhole featuring a beautiful rosette and soundboard constructed with Canadian Albeto pine.

This charango’s soundboard has beautifully detailed edging and bridge section.

This acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The fretboard is comprised of pure Ebony, complementing a Jacaranda bridge and a bone saddle and nut.

It’s stylish Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of huasicucho wood and features high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring approx – 67 cm long – 17.7 cm wide – 8.7 cm high.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 38 cm

( Measured from fretboard edge of nut to crown of 12th fret x 2 )

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango really is a lovely example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions, apart from a small lacquer pin hole bubble visible in the front side of the headstock. There are also two hairline cracks in the very top section of the headstock, which can be seen under close inspection. Please see pictures 16 – 19 of our gallery images. These hairline cracks are under the lacquer and have been there since it’s creation.

They are 10ml and 5ml in length and although they have no affect on the sound quality or construction of this excellent instrument, for aesthetic reasons, we have included a large discount for customer satisfaction.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

One of our most beautiful professional concert charangos.

A high quality superb instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Jacaranda wood.

With an ornately decorated headstock and a two piece soundhole with a beautiful dove design, this acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The fretboard is made from Ebony, the soundboard from Canadian Albeto pine, featuring a Jacaranda bridge complementing a bone saddle and nut.

It’s ornate Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of Castillio pine and high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring 68 cm long – 18.5 cm wide – 8.5 cm high.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 38 cm

( Measured from fretboard edge of nut to crown of 12th fret x 2 )

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

This high quality concert charango is a superb instrument, ideal for anyone looking for an excellent charango worthy of concert performance.

Featuring an ornately decorated headstock and a soundhole surrounded with a beautiful ring of huasicucho wood, this acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The body, neck and headstock of this charango is fashioned in one piece of Laurel wood.

The fretboard is made from Jacaranda, the soundboard from Canadian Albeto pine, featuring a Jacaranda bridge complementing a bone saddle and nut.

It’s ornate Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of Castillio pine and constructed with high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring 65 cm long – 18 cm wide – 8 cm high.

No of Frets – 18

Scale Length – 37.5 cm

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Another excellent example of a professional concert charango.

A superb high quality instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Naranjillo wood.

With an ornately carved soundhole and soundboard featuring a Jacaranda double piece bird design combined with Canadian Albeto pine, this acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The uniquely styled two piece fretboard is comprised of Ebony and Lengo wood, featuring a Jacaranda bridge complementing a bone saddle and nut.

It’s ornate Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of Castillio pine and high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Note : The deluxe soft case shown in this listing is purple, not blue as appears in our gallery photos. This is due to camera & lighting  correction issues.

Measuring ** cm long – ** cm wide – * cm high. Details follow.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 38 cm

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Another excellent example of a professional concert charango.

A superb high quality instrument, featuring a body, neck and headstock fashioned in one piece of Naranjillo wood.

With an ornately decorated soundhole and soundboard featuring a dark mother of pearl style cross design, combined with Canadian Albeto pine. This acoustic charango has a wonderful sound quality, excellent action and intonation and is a beautiful piece to play.

The uniquely styled two piece fretboard is comprised of Ebony and Lengo wood, featuring a Jacaranda bridge complementing a bone saddle and nut.

It’s ornate Jacaranda plated headstock is inlayed with fillets of Castillio pine and high quality tuning heads.

This concert grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with this instrument is one of our new range of deluxe woven cases, much thicker than the standard cases provided with most charangos and providing excellent protection for your instrument. Featuring various compartments, sturdy hand and shoulder straps and a complete with a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring 67.5 cm long – 18.5 cm wide – 9 cm high.

No of Frets – 17

Scale Length – 38 cm

Faults Dents & Abrasions

This charango is a very nice example with no conspicuous dents or abrasions.

Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Buyers : Please use our contact pages and not our shopping cart if you are interested in purchasing this charango.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Here we have our second charango made by Quilla.

This instrument is well made, has excellent sound quality, action and intonation.

The body, neck and headstock of this acoustic charango is made out of one piece of Naranjillo wood, the fretboard from Jacaranda, the soundboard from German albeto pine and features a bone saddle with a beautiful Jacaranda plated headstock. This pro grade instrument is ideal for charango players and enthusiasts from beginner to professional.

Included with the instrument is a traditional soft case and a spare set of top quality strings.

Measuring approx 64 cm long – 17.5 cm wide – 8 cm high.

No of Frets – 16

Faults Dents & Abbrasions

This charango is a nice handmade example with no conspicuous dents, faults or abrasions. Grain and wood markings shown in the photos are all natural and help form the instrument’s character and personality. When viewed in person throughout your trial period (and also under guarantee), this instrument’s beauty will become clear.

Viewing

UK buyers interested in this charango are welcome to view the instrument in person and can arrange a viewing via this site’s contact pages.

International Shipping

Shipping costs vary greatly depending on the destination and can range from £25 upwards. We do ship internationally to over 70 countries around the world, so please contact me if you would like this charango posted to any destination other than the U.K. We will be happy to discuss the most appropriate tariff and shipping time for your instrument.

Please note : International shipping for this product is set to £0.00 in our shopping cart. However, due to widely varying costs for international destinations, shipping fees will be discussed pre or post purchase and added manually depending on country of purchase.

Guarantee

This charango comes with our usual 14 day moneyback guarantee, ensuring 100% satisfaction or a full refund for all our buyers. Please contact me for more information.

This traditional Bolivian tarka flute is a wonderful example of a hand crafted ceremonial instrument that symbolises the true spirit of the Andes.

With it’s own unique sound and style, this small charismatic, block shaped flute is usually played in a family of three, with it’s two variants tuned to higher and lower degrees.

Played in ceremonies, festivals and rituals across Southern America, the simplicity of the tarka flute makes it an ideal instrument for anyone to play.

Tarka – Mara Wood

Constructed from one piece of Mara wood, with a fipple at the mouthpiece, the instrument plays in a recorder like fashion with it’s 6 finger holes placed closely together, meaning anyone from adults to children can easily learn to play.

The tarka flute is often adorned with carvings or brightly coloured decorations and paintings. Many cheaper tourist made tarka flutes concentrate on decoration rather than tuning, the instrument you see here is a professional tarka flute and has a plain, varnished finish, adorning the famous Mamani professional branding.

Tuning of the Tarka

The main difference between the tarka and other South American flutes such as the quena and quenacho is that tarka flutes are essentially totally primitive, tribal instruments which are ‘octoctonic’.

They are not specifically tuned to a scale such as G major or D minor etc.. but are ceremonial instruments more so tuned to the instrument maker’s individual ear. In ceremony they are always played in a family of three.

Tarka flutes are normally played by the people who make them and are therefore very personal instruments whereby a family of three played together will produce a combined sound, unique to that particular family of tarkas.

As you can imagine, this results in many interesting and varying tones that help create the mystical and ceremonial aspect to the music they produce.

Although they are not tuned to a particular scale as they are octoctonic, the tuning of the tarkas you see here would ‘most resemble’ Sol minor.

Size – 33 x 3.2 x 3.2 cm

Tuning : Octoctonic – (See description -  would most resemble Sol minor)

Free Deluxe Woven Case

This listing is for one tarka flute and comes with it’s own colourful deluxe woven flute case, individually made for your tarka using quality fabric and a specially fine inlay.

Please click this product’s title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The Aymara quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

Tunable

These tunable quena flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em) and can be adjusted upto a semi tone lower by twisting the two sections apart and increasing the length of the quena to your desired tuning.

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda Aymara quenas in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Here we have our beautiful selection of deluxe woven Quena covers.

Elevating our standards of quality even higher than our classic range, our new deluxe range of cases have been especially made by our traditional case makers upon request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments.

Expertly sown with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Deluxe Quena Case

To claim your free case, please select at least three from the images shown and list them in your order of preference, using the ‘Additional Information’ text entry box below.

You may also add notes as to any particular covers you do not wish to receive along with various shades, colours and patterns you may prefer should your choices be unavailable.

I will endeavour to send you your first choice, followed by your second, then third and so on depending on availability. If none are available, I will select a cover for you either at random or based on the extra information you supply.

If you do not select a cover or state any alternatives in the event of your preferred choice being unavailable, then I will select a cover at random for you.

Please note : The colours in these cases are very bright and vibrant making them hard to replicate accurately on screen. In reality the shades and colours depicted in these images may differ somewhat from how they appear in real life.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Click the product image below to show selection.

Here we have our beautiful selection of deluxe woven Quenacho covers.

Unlike standard flute covers, these have been especially made for Original Artisan to provide even better protection for our instruments.  Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and each case being individually hand made to provide an extra snug fit.

I only have a limited amount of flutes and cases in stock and each will be shipped on a first come first served basis.

To claim your free case, please select at least three from the images shown and list them in your order of preference, using the ‘Additional Information’ text entry box below.

You may also add notes as to any particular covers you do not wish to receive along with various shades, colours and patterns you may prefer should your choices be unavailable.

I will endeavour to send you your first choice, followed by your second, then third and so on depending on availability. If none are available, I will select a cover for you either at random or based on the extra information you supply.

If you do not select a cover or state any alternatives in the event of your preferred choice being unavailable, then I will select a cover at random for you.

Please note : The colours in these cases are very bright and vibrant making them hard to replicate accurately on screen. In reality the shades and colours depicted in these images may differ somewhat from how they appear in real life.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

Click the product image below to show selection.

Known for their superior quality and excellent tones, Medina Artigas Ronroco strings are hugely popular across Bolivia and the rest of the world.

Using quality strings brings out the best in your ronroco, improving your instrument’s sound quality, intonation, tuning and overall playability.

Enough for one complete re-string.

11 strings (5 x 2) + 1 spare 1st.

Colour : Black

Pack contains :

String 5 – Sol G x 2

String 4 – D0 C x 2

String 3 – Mi E x 2

String 2 – La A x 2

String 1 – Mi E x 2

Plus one spare 1st.

The traditional Andean traverse flute is the predecessor of the Boehm flute and is an extremely popular instrument among the indigenous tribes of South America. It’s warm tones are widely used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music.

Made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan, the traverse flute has a musical span of 3 octaves and is constructed with either a plain or bone mouth piece.

These professional traverse flutes are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America and were created by a professional Bolivian luthier who has been making these excellent high quality instruments as his lifetime’s trade.

As with the charangos, classical guitars and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These traverse flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em)

Measuring approx. 19.5 inches long and 0.8 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each encompassing their own individual characteristics.

Free Traverse Flute Cover

This flute comes with a stunning woven case worth £6.99 absolutely free. Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda traverse flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The traditional Andean traverse flute is the predecessor of the Boehm flute and is an extremely popular instrument among the indigenous tribes of South America. It’s warm tones are widely used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music.

Made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan, the traverse flute has a musical span of 3 octaves and is constructed with either a plain or bone mouth piece.

As you can see, these particular traverse flutes are thicker and slightly longer than our other styles of traverse flute. They have a slightly shorter bone insert and feature a beautiful acai seed embedded at the lower end.

These professional traverse flutes are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America and were created by a professional Bolivian luthier who has been making these excellent high quality instruments as his lifetime’s trade.

As with the charangos, classical guitars and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These traverse flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em)

Measuring approx. 19.5 inches long and 0.8 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each encompassing their own individual characteristics.

Free Traverse Flute Cover

This flute comes with a stunning woven case worth £6.99 absolutely free. Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda traverse flutes in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quenacho (kenacho) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quenacho produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quenacho is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

The six hole quenacho has a musical span of 3 octaves and is a longer, deeper sounding flute than the quena.

The professional concert quenachos you see here are exceptional instruments made from Bolivian Jacaranda, a beautiful wood native to South America.

Concert Tweaked Quenacho

All the flutes sold on Original Artisan are professional instruments and operate at a high standard, but these particular flutes have been specifically ‘tweaked’ by the producers to ensure they are exceptional instruments and perform to the highest possible standard.

These flutes are for the quenacho connoisseur or the flute perfectionist as you might say.

As you can see, they are quite plain and have no frills. A beautifully simple, yet perfect instrument.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

This quenacho is precision concert tuned to the scale of Re Major (D) / Si minor (Bm) and has been ‘tweaked’ for optimum performance.

Measuring 19.75 inches long and 1.25 inches wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quenacho Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made to provide even better protection for our instruments. Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and individually made for an extra snug fit.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of Jacaranda concert quenachos in order to show off the slight differences in colour, wood grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional concert quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from South American bamboo.

Concert Tweaked Bamboo Quena

All the flutes sold on Original Artisan are professional instruments and operate at a high standard, but these particular flutes have been specifically ‘tweaked’ by the producers to ensure they are exceptional instruments and perform to the highest possible standard.

These flutes are for the quena connoisseur or the flute perfectionist as you might say.

These flutes are unvarnished and have a wonderful natural feel to them. A truly beautifull and perfect instrument.

This flute was created by a professional Bolivian musician, composer and luthier who has been making instruments, playing and touring South America for over 30 years.

The precision instruments he makes in his workshop are renown around the world.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quena flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em) and have been ‘tweaked’ for optimum performance.

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bamboo Aymara concert quenas in order to show off the slight differences in colour, grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quena (kena) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quena produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quena is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quena has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional concert quenas you see here are exceptional instruments made from South American bamboo.

Concert Tweaked Bamboo Quena

All the flutes for sale on Original Artisan are professional instruments and operate at a high standard and these Walata flutes are no exception.

These have also been specifically ‘tweaked’ by the producers to ensure they are exceptional instruments and perform to the highest possible standard.

These Walata bamboo quena flutes are thicker, more rustic and slightly harder to play than other types of bamboo quena, designed for the hands of a more experienced quena player, this Walata flute produces a much more solid, sweeter sound than many of it’s rivals.

Utilising skill and technique from a more experienced level to achieve new heights of play, the advanced flutist will gain a greater sense of pleasure from playing this flute than other more easily mastered flutes.

These bamboo quenas are unvarnished and have a beautifully rugged, rustic type look and a real sense of beauty about them, unlike any of my other more traditional looking flutes.

These were created by a professional Bolivian luthier, centered in the heart of  La Paz who is also a highly skilled musician. Like most of our other artisans, this luthier has been making instruments and performing concerts across South America for many years.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quena flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em) and have been ‘tweaked’ for optimum performance.

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Quena Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan now comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £9.99 absolutely free. Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made upon our request for covers that provide even better protection for our instruments, with a high quality case lining and individually made for each flute to provide an extra snug fit.

Please click the link below to view our colourful selection of cases and pick yours to accompany your flute.

Click here to select your free flute case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bamboo Walata concert quenas in order to show off the slight differences in colour, grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.

The quenacho (kenacho) is a traditional Andean flute commonly used in many areas of traditional Peruvian music. The quenacho produces an exceptionally beautiful sound and has been played by the indigenous tribes of South America and their ancestors for countless generations, once being revered as a sacred icon.

Although originating from the mountains of South America, the quenacho is a favourite of musicians and woodwind players all around the world.

These instruments are made from various materials including bamboo, bone and other rare woods such as Jacaranda and Wayacan.

They can have 4, 5 or 6 holes in the front, one at the back, and a u shaped notch at the mouth. The six hole quenacho has a musical span of 3 octaves.

The professional concert quenachos you see here are exceptional instruments made from South American bamboo.

Concert Tweaked Expert Bamboo Quenacho

All the flutes for sale on Original Artisan are professional instruments and operate at a high standard and these Walata flutes are no exception.

These have also been specifically ‘tweaked’ by the producers to ensure they are exceptional instruments and perform to the highest possible standard.

These Walata bamboo quenacho flutes are thicker, more rustic and slightly harder to play than other types of bamboo quenacho, designed for the hands of a more experienced quenacho player, this Walata flute produces a much more solid, sweeter sound than many of it’s rivals.

Utilising skill and technique from a more experienced level to achieve new heights of play, the advanced flutist will gain a greater sense of pleasure from playing this flute than other more easily mastered flutes.

These bamboo quenachos are unvarnished and have a beautifully rugged, rustic type look and a real sense of beauty about them, unlike any of my other more traditional looking flutes.

These were created by a professional Bolivian luthier, centered in the heart of  La Paz who is also a highly skilled musician. Like most of our other artisans, this luthier has been making instruments and performing concerts across South America for many years.

As with the charangos and all other instruments sold on this site, these flutes are of exceptional quality and should not be confused with other South American souvenir type tourist flutes of substandard quality. Such instruments are manufactured on mass with no attention to sound quality and tuning.

These quenacho flutes are precision concert tuned to the scale of Sol Major (G) / Mi minor (Em) and have been ‘tweaked’ for optimum performance.

Measuring 14.75 inches long and 1 inch wide, these really are beautiful instruments, each having their own individual characteristics.

Free Deluxe Quenacho Cover

Each Andean flute purchased here on Original Artisan comes with a stunning deluxe woven case worth £11.99 absolutely free.

Not to be confused with a standard cover, these have been especially made to provide even better protection for our instruments. Featuring a thicker padded case, a beautiful inner lining and individually made for an extra snug fit.

Click here to select your free case

I only have a small number of flutes and cases available which are shipped on a first come first served basis. Please be quick to ensure you get your favourite first.

Note : The images you see here were taken using a number of bamboo Walata concert quenachos in order to show off the slight differences in colour, grain and dressing between each of these handmade flutes.

The flute you receive will be of exactly the same nature, each varying slightly in appearance due to the natural characteristics of the woods used.

Please click the product title link and then select any image to view detailed gallery pictures.