Professional Lupaca Transverse Flute – Bamboo & Bloodwood | D Major
Professional Lupaca Transverse Flute – D Major
An original horizontal flute of the Andean tradition, played since the time of the Inca Empire and now heard across the world. This professional model by Lupaca combines high-quality bamboo with a Bloodwood accent, producing a bright, penetrating tone tuned to D major (Re Mayor). With the necessary range and expressiveness to accompany any instrument or lead any melody, this is a flute built for serious musicians.
Specifications
- Brand: Lupaca
- Type: Transverse flute (horizontal)
- Tuning: D major (Re mayor)
- Frequency: 440 Hz standard (432 Hz Earth Tone & 445 Hz available)
- Level: Professional
- Materials: High-quality bamboo & Bloodwood
- Length: 58.5 cm (23.03 in) approx.
About the Andean Transverse Flute
The Andean transverse flute is one of the few horizontal wind instruments native to South America, with deep roots in Inca and pre-Inca cultures of the Andean highlands. Unlike the Quena or panflute, it is held horizontally and blown across the embouchure hole, giving it a tone that is both powerful and remarkably versatile. The Bloodwood accent adds visual distinction and tonal density to this already expressive instrument.
🌟 Laser Engraving – Personalize Your Flute
Add a unique touch to your instrument with our professional laser engraving service. You can personalize your flute with a name, initials, a short phrase, or a custom design directly on the body.
- ✅ Precise and permanent engraving
- ✅ Does not affect the sound or structure of the instrument
- ✅ Perfect as a gift or for identifying your instrument
- ✅ Simply select the "With Laser Engraving" option and we will contact you to confirm the design
Note: Engraving is done by hand by our artisans using professional laser equipment. Processing time may add 1–2 extra days to shipping.