1.8 Standard Matake bamboo Shakuahchi - Pentatonic. w. root end and natural shakuhachi mouthpiece. Good sounding for both classical and contemporary music playing. An item also known as a zen instrument. ** Pictures shown are used as a sample which was from stock inventory. As each hand-made shakuhachi is unique so the one that will be shipped to you will be another one, and, of course, the quality, material, and model MUST be the same like this sample. Comes with one thick fabric sleeve bag.