We are honoured to attend The Muramatsu Flute 100th Anniversary Dinner at Tokyo, Japan on 26th October 2023, as Malaysia representative.
We were welcomed by traditional Japanese string instrument KOTO, and also the SHAKUHACHI, a traditional Japanese flute made of bamboo.The event started with a KAGAMI BIRAKI ceremony by 4 factory executives. It is the ritual of breaking open sake barrels for future good luck. And when they did the KAGAMI BIRAKI, everyone shout of “Seeeno Yoisho” in Japanese.
The event was hosted by the export manager of Muramatsu, Ishikawa san.
KANPAI after the speech by Muramatsu Chairman, Muramatsu san.Japan style fine dining.
A not so short video consisting wishes from famous flutist all around the world.
Very interesting and entertaining SHAMISEN performance, a Japanese string musical instrument shaped like a guitar.
Our director gave a short speech, sharing the story between The Flute Store and Muramatsu. Wearing the iconic traditional nyonya kebaya.
Team Malaysia with export manager, Ishikawa san.
From the left: TFS advisor, Dr. Takahisa Ota Muramatsu Chairman, Muramatsu san. TFS director, Ms. Chew Sze Gee.
Authorised dealers from all over the world gather together to celebrate this meaningful occasion at Keio Plaza Hotel, Shinjuku.
Our director and advisor visited Muramatsu HQ in Shinjuku the next day!
What is E-mechanism? It is difficult to play mi (E note) in the third octave on a flute. The E mechanism is a key system to make that note easier to play. Since the E note is widely used in beautiful melody of classical or romantic period works and high-skill requiring modern music, the E mechanism is quite useful.
Are there cheaper options for a beginner flute? Yes there are, but we do not recommend to get anything lower than the 4 models mentioned above. This is because the quality of flute is affecting the learning speed in a direct way, student will spend their time “making a sound” rather than “playing music” especially when the instrument is very hard to control. You may opt for 2nd hand yamaha/pearl flutes, but make sure to consult your teacher as there are many fake yamaha in the market. Please beware that any Yamaha flute below RM2000 is a SCAM!
I saw a flute in Lazada / Shopee and it costs me only RM300~600, can I use it for lesson? NO YOU CAN’T. Sorry to say, that is not a flute, but a piece of metal toy. It can’t produce proper tone and very difficult to even make a sound, which causing poor learning experience and momentum. You may exposed to the risk of lead poisoning because these instrument doesn’t undergoes a proper silver plating procedure.
How often do I need to service my flute? We recommend getting your flute serviced (also known as a “clean-oil-adjust” or “COA” or annual maintenance) once a year assuming normal use. Please visit this link for more information about flute service: https://theflutestoremalaysia.com/repair-service/
Why buy from us? We, The Flute Store Malaysia is the biggest flute specialised store in Malaysia run and own by professional flutists. We carry a few remarkable flute brands, from beginner to professional models, all flutes were checked and adjusted before handing over to clients by our in house technicians. We offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all faulty caused by the instrument itself, including minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Ring keys, C or B foot, E-mechanism, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver (92.5) head, body and keys
Level
Pre-Professional
Condition
New
Price
RM 21,500.00RM17,400.00 (C-foot)
RM 23,500.00RM19,400.00 (B-foot)
Description: This most popular of the SANKYO flutes, is designed with the advanced Student in mind. The head joint is of sterling in keeping with SANKYO’s dedication to enable every flutist to produce a beautiful tone with its Precise balanced construction is capable of the professional sound of all silver flutes.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
Ring keys, C or B foot, E-mechanism, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver (92.5) head and body, silver plated keys
Level
Pre-Professional
Condition
New
Price
RM 15,200.00RM13,600.00 (C-foot)
RM 17,000.00RM14,900.00 (B-foot)
Description: This most popular of the SANKYO flutes, is designed with the advanced Student in mind. The head joint is of sterling in keeping with SANKYO’s dedication to enable every flutist to produce a beautiful tone with its Precise balanced construction is capable of the professional sound of all silver flutes.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
E-mechanism, Covered keys, C-foot, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver plated head, keys and body
Level
Student / Beginner
Condition
New
Price
RM 2,880.00RM1750.00
Description: The company FMC Flute Masters was established in 1992 (Japan) by three craftsmen who became independent from the Yamaha company. They started the company as a repairing house specialized in flutes. Within two years and a half they repaired over 1,000 flutes and brought them to life for performance. Through this precious experience, they decided to start manufacturing their own flutes in order to meet the various needs of professional flutists which had been never accepted by the existing big makers. They studied and mastered both the traditional and high technology and added their own ideas to it. After repeated trials and improvements, they finally succeeded in manufacturing the ideal flutes.
The Master Made Flutes are the versatile and flexible instruments which can express the player’s individuality to their satisfaction. They are the instruments that can comply with requirements of most players.
In commemoration of Flute Masters Company 30th anniversary, they release a flute for beginners in 2022.
Message from the maker: This is a model with high cost performance that takes into consideration ease of blowing and sound, as well as operability. Through our long-standing collaboration with Chinese manufacturers, we have been able to produce high-quality musical instruments while keeping costs down. The Chinese-made body uses a Strobinger type tampo. This is the birth of a flute that takes advantage of Masters’ advanced techniques that have been cultivated over many years.
The Flute Store Malaysia is working closely with the Chinese manufacturer to bring you this beginner model of FMC Flute at an affordable price.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Ring keys, C or B foot, E-mechanism, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver (92.5) head, silver plated keys and body
Level
Pre-Professional
Condition
New
Price
RM 10,200.00RM9200.00 (C-foot)
RM 11,600.00RM10,200.00 (B-foot)
Description: This most popular of the SANKYO flutes, is designed with the advanced Student in mind. The head joint is of sterling in keeping with SANKYO’s dedication to enable every flutist to produce a beautiful tone with its Precise balanced construction is capable of the professional sound of all silver flutes.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
Ring keys, B-foot, E-mechanism, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver (92.5) head and body, silver plated keys
Level
Intermediate
Condition
New
Price
RM 10,000.00RM8250.00
Description: Featuring a headjoint, body and footjoint of sterling silver, our YFL-400 Series flutes offer an incredibly warm, rich tone. Ideal for flautists moving up a step, the YFL-400 Series models have a lip plate specifically designed to guide you towards proper breath technique and feature keys perfectly sized and balanced for easy playability.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
Ring keys, C-foot, E-mechanism, Offset G, Drawn Tone Holes
Silver (92.5) head and body, silver plated keys
Level
Intermediate
Condition
New
Price
RM 9,500.00RM7650.00
Description: Featuring a headjoint, body and footjoint of sterling silver, our YFL-400 Series flutes offer an incredibly warm, rich tone. Ideal for flautists moving up a step, the YFL-400 Series models have a lip plate specifically designed to guide you towards proper breath technique and feature keys perfectly sized and balanced for easy playability.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
Grenadilla wood headjoint and body, silver plated keys, split E mechanism, conical bore
Level
Young Professional
Condition
New
Price
RM 6,000.00RM5000.00
Description: Yamaha piccolo has long been a favorite of professional musicians and can be found in many top orchestras. Characterized by excellent intonation and playability. It features a headjoint and body of carefully seasoned grenadilla for a warm full tone.
Instrument is supplied in covered hard case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
Grenadilla Wood Headjoint, Grenaditte Body with Silver plated Mechanism, E-mechanism
Italy Felt Pads, “Wave” Cut
Level
Intermediate
Condition
New
Price
RM 5,500.00RM4650.00
Description: Pearl’s remarkable Piccolo PFP-105 was the culmination of years of exploration and research into the creation of a truly revolutionary material – Grenaditte. Precise pitch, an exquisite tone, and a spacious dynamic range are all to be found within this truly innovative instrument. Grenaditte echoes all the positive qualities of wood in appearance, weight, density, and feel. Unlike wood, Grenaditte is impervious to shock, temperature, and moisture fluctuation. Since its launch in 2006, esteemed professional players and music industry experts the world over have greeted the Pearl Piccolo as a phenomenon. In 2010 the PFP-165 was launched featuring a natural Granadilla wood headjoint, and high quality synthetic pads (which are now also available on the 105 model) gaining Pearl the enviable position of straddling the student, intermediate and professional piccolo market. As with the entire Pearl Flute range, the PFP-105 and PFP-165 are manufactured with our world-renowned Pinless Mechanism and are the only piccolos on the market to feature this innovation.
Instrument is supplied in covered and soft case. Includes cleaning rod, internal gauze and polishing cloth.
Warranty: We, The Flute Store Malaysia offer a 12-month Standard Service Warranty on all new instrument purchases. This covers any and all minor adjustments impacting the playability and/or mechanical functionality of the instrument for 12 months from original purchase date as per stated in TFS invoice.
Contact us or call +6010-4373806 to arrange for purchase / pre-order / instrument viewing appointment.
