"Chasing Thunder "
Concert Quality Vintage Yidaki Crafted by Djalu Gurruwiwi Watch a VIDEO demo of this didgeridoo below! This yidaki is one of the best deeper sounding instruments by Djalu
that we've had on offer in some time! Djalu made this handsome yidaki
around 2006. The timber is well seasoned by age and plays like a dream.
Originally sourced by Ben Hicks and held in his private collection until now. This yidaki features a natural mouthpiece and a 4" bell at the bottom end. To
the worldwide community of yidaki players, collectors and enthusiasts,
Djalu Gurruwiwi (pictured at right) needs no introduction. Renowned as
the best craftsman, his yidaki are revered for their exceptional
qualities. For years he has had many visitors coming to Arnhem Land to
learn from him privately, and he has also led the yidaki Master Class at
the Garma Festival every year since its inception. He has traveled to
Germany, the USA, the Middle East and Asia to provide yidaki
demonstrations and tuition. Djalu
is also distinguished from other yidaki makers as he is also a painter
whose works on sheets of bark are held in major museums and collections
in Australia and around the world. Djalu talks about his father having a
yidaki with him at all times. When out turtle hunting in a dug-out
canoe, Djalu recalls his father signaling the capture of a turtle by
blowing horn tones on the yidaki to the rest of the family on the beach
who would then prepare a big fire oven. Djalu often says how he blows
his spirit into each instrument he makes, and sends it out around the
world to spread the power of the yidaki. Amongst
his own people Djalu maintains his prominence as a yidaki master,
talented artist, ceremonial leader and senior lawman for the Gälpu. This
is an "old school" instrument, much more collectable than your average
didgeridoo, and we honor that by using the proper Yolngu word for
didgeridoo, "yidaki", here. A treasure for its sound, size, condition,
well seasoned timber, and provenance. The interior bore is very clear
and open which increases volume, harmonics, and clarity of tone.
Features a natural mouthpiece sanitized with Didgeri-Clean (tea tree and lavender oil). No beeswax needed. Soundwise: Concert Quality This awesome sounding yidaki delivers dense and steamy playing characteristics that keenly respond to slower, more meditative riddims. You will evoke beautifully haunting, grittily textured sonic constructs that transport both player and listener to exotic otherworlds. Vocal response is remarkable in the low and midrange frequencies. Two easy horn tones, the first being warm against the drone and and offering a slow decay that is highly sought after. The second horn toot matches the drone in C#. Surprisingly sensitive with unique distortion effects for dynamic bleeps, squalls, buzzes and little pips of static. It has strong-medium backpressure which is optimal for its size and pitch and allows for easier circular breathing . Likely to sell quickly so please don't hesitate to contact us
if you have any questions . Read our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
Includes Certificate of Authenticity, care guide and playing guide.
Watch Andjru demo this yidaki for you and see the instrument in vivid HD detail! Just click on the video below. Specs for this yidaki: Key: C# Overtone toots: F, C#, G, B
Skill: Beginner to Advanced
Wood: Stringybark eucalyptus
Length: 60.75"
Top: 1.2" Inner diameter
Bottom: 4" Outer diameter Mouthpiece: Natural wood Backpressure: Medium-Strong
Weight: 8.4 lbs / 3.2 kg
Ease of play: Very easy
Loudness: Low IIIIII II I What if you don't bond with this didgeridoo? It can be exchanged within 30 days for any reason and there's no restocking fee. Can't decide on one? Call 1-800-519-1140 for live help!
CONCERT QUALITY Same as performance quality, but with perfectly balanced acoustics . PERFORMANCE QUALITY First rate, professional grade sound and playability.HIGH QUALITY Above average sound. Better than most found at comparable prices.GOOD QUALITY Nice introductory didgeridoo, but may lack in tonal quality and/or volume.FAIR QUALITY Not for serious playing. Good for muking around on, or as a conversation piece.
GEAR: Click photos for details
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