{"product_id":"ow-flba18-5-drums-for-schools-gamelan-flute","title":"Drums for Schools gamelan suling flute","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrums for Schools gamelan suling flute\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis end-blown bamboo suling flute offers an accessible way into Indonesian gamelan traditions. It plays in a similar manner to a recorder yet follows a distinct Asian scale, giving learners a clear introduction to its characteristic sound. Each flute size shapes both tone and pitch range, so choose the length that best suits your setting or ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePlayability\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flute is blown through the slit at the closed end. Air exits through the tone holes positioned partway down the stem. Pitch changes according to simple hole combinations, which keeps the learning curve manageable for younger players and mixed-ability groups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eLightweight bamboo keeps the instrument durable and comfortable to handle. The natural finish reflects the flute’s traditional roots and supports practical classroom use.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eChoosing a size\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe suling flute is available in four lengths: 50 cm, 35 cm, 25 cm and 18 cm. Longer flutes provide a warmer, more resonant tone; shorter flutes produce a brighter, higher voice that suits compact classroom sets and smaller hands.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DfS CON","offers":[{"title":"18cm, pack of 5 \/ A1","offer_id":55922817171835,"sku":"OW-FLBA18-5","price":9.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25cm, pack of 5 \/ A1","offer_id":55922817204603,"sku":"OW-FLBA25-5","price":12.38,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"35cm, pack of 3 \/ A1","offer_id":55922817237371,"sku":"OW-FLBA35-3","price":8.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50cm, pack of 3 \/ A1","offer_id":55922817270139,"sku":"OW-FLBA50-3","price":14.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0068\/1095\/9937\/files\/OW-flba25-5.jpg?v=1763461475","url":"https:\/\/frederickhyde.com\/products\/ow-flba18-5-drums-for-schools-gamelan-flute","provider":"Frederick Hyde Music Distribution","version":"1.0","type":"link"}