When selecting a Muramatsu flute, the headjoint cut is a crucial choice that determines your instrument's voice. Muramatsu offers two styles, the Traditional and the Tsubasa, catering to different tonal preferences and playing requirements.

Traditional Headjoint

If you like a dependable, classic sound... pick the Traditional Headjoint.

This cut is the foundation of the legendary Muramatsu sound, offering a dark, warm tone. It is ideal for players seeking a classic, homogenous tone that is reliable, even, and consistent throughout all registers.

Tsubasa Headjoint

If you like enhanced clarity and projection... pick the Tsubasa Headjoint.

The Tsubasa, or "wing" headjoint, features subtle risers ("tiny bumpers") that run out each side of the embouchure hole. For certain flutists, this specialized design helps focus the air stream, enhancing the clarity and depth of the sound. It provides a slightly different resistance profile that can help achieve more core and projection in your tone.