Muramatsu 14K Flute Headjoint

Muramatsu 14K Flute Headjoint
Made entirely of 14K gold

This is a 14K + 9K SR headjoint delivered in 2020.
I am selling it because I purchased a new headjoint and no longer need this one.
It produces a brilliant tone characteristic of 14K gold, with the deep, rich sound that Muramatsu is known for.
This headjoint offers a wide dynamic range from pp to ff, a tone full of nuance, a broad capacity to accommodate any breath, and responds to the player's various demands.
With the current significant rise in gold prices, all Muramatsu instruments made of 9K gold or higher are now open-priced. According to the manufacturer,
a 14K headjoint costs approximately 1.5 million yen.
Furthermore, the delivery time for a headjoint alone is over 2 years. (Orders for complete instruments are reportedly booked up to 3 years in advance.)
You can purchase this popular Muramatsu 14K headjoint now at a great value.
This is especially recommended for those who own a sterling silver instrument and desire a gold instrument but find the price prohibitive. You can gain the benefits of gold's resonance and responsiveness, as well as its broad capacity, while retaining the qualities of your silver instrument.
While it should fit silver instruments without issue, due to differences in wall thickness, it will likely be loose in most cases. When fitting it to your instrument, you may want to wrap tape around the tenon to achieve a snug fit.
After that, it is best to have it adjusted by a flute specialist or a large musical instrument store for a guaranteed fit.

It was sent for overhaul last month, where minor scratches were removed and it was polished, so it is in excellent condition with no dents or scratches.
We do not accept returns after shipping.
Thank you for your understanding.
Includes a headjoint case and a connector protector.

*Please note that there may be compatibility issues with gold flutes. It may not fit, so please be aware of this in advance.