EarthTone 'A' Walnut
- Key
- Key of A
- Wood
- Walnut
- Length
- 19 in / 48 cm
- Skill level
- Beginner
- Free shipping to any U.S. address on orders $250+
- Cancel free within 1 hour of ordering
- Handmade in Patagonia, Arizona since 1990
Details
Our EarthTone wooden flutes use a 432Hz frequency for the “A” note and all other notes are aligned accordingly. When played alongside flutes that are tuned to the frequency of 440Hz, the 432Hz tonal difference is very subtle.
The 8Hz of tonal difference are seemingly slight in degree but can be perceptibly different when experiencing the feeling of the music we hear.
Much like the subtle inflection of the human voice that can project a subtle variation in feelings, an instrument using a slight change in frequency can alter the feeling quality of the music being played.
The flute is tuned in the key of "A" minor and can also be played in the relative major diatonic scale in the key of "C". This flute is 19 inches (48 cm) long.
The flute features Rainbow Moonstone inlaid cabochons, a fetish symbolizing the circle of life, and it is engraved with a geometric pattern representing the 432Hz frequency.
It is a 6-hole flute, we cover the 3rd hole from the top of the flute (known as the 6th hole) with a leather tie, giving the option to use it as a 6-hole or a 5-hole flute.
In the world of music there has been a revival of tuning instruments to lower frequencies of sound vibration. Until recently, most musical instruments have been tuned so that the “A” note (of the middle octave on a piano) is tuned to 440Hz (Hz = cycles per second). This is known as Concert Pitch and was established as a standard at the beginning of the 20th century.
An instrument known as a CymaScope can project the physical geometric patterns of any specific vibration. By connecting the instrument to a vessel of liquid or a solid medium such as sand on a plate, the vibration of a specific frequency will create consistent unique geometric shapes. Internet searches for “CymaScope 432Hz” will give many options to see the instrument creating the various patterns.
The claims and potential benefits cannot all be scientifically proven. We suggest letting your personal experience be the deciding factor in the choice of tunings.
Specs
- Experience level
- Beginner
- Key
- Key of A
- Tuning
- 432 Hz
- Pitch
- Mid
- Scale
- A minor pentatonic / relative major C
- Wood species
- Walnut
- Density
- Hardwood
- Holes
- Six holes
- Length
- 19 in / 48 cm
- Sound character
- Bright and Clear
Shipping & returns
Free shipping to any U.S. address on orders of $250 or more. Other orders: shipping is calculated at checkout.
Changed your mind? You can cancel free of charge within 1 hour of ordering. Email flutes@highspirits.com or call (520) 394-2900 or toll-free 1-800-394-1523 right away (office hours Monday–Thursday 9:00 am–4:30 pm, Friday 9:00 am–3:00 pm, Arizona time). After that, an order that hasn't shipped can still be cancelled, but a 15% restocking fee is deducted from your refund. Once your order has shipped, our return policy applies.
Returns: within 14 days of delivery, for store credit only (not a refund to your card). The return shipping label fee is $12. Preservation Collection flutes are final sale.
Ordering from outside the U.S.? Import duties, taxes and fees are set by your country and are paid by you when the package is delivered. They are not included in our prices or shipping charges.
Full details: Shipping policy · Refund policy
Need help choosing?
Not sure which flute speaks to you? Call (520) 394-2900 or toll-free 1-800-394-1523, or email flutes@highspirits.com before you check out. Every flute (except pocket flutes) comes with a free how-to-play booklet.
