Discover the refined brilliance of traditional Chinese music with the HuQiu 5412 Professional Gaohu, handcrafted in Suzhou, China’s renowned center for fine instrument making. This high-pitched bowed instrument, known for its sweet, crisp, and penetrating tone, is constructed from selected ebony, delivering enhanced resonance and tonal richness.
Designed for professional performers, the 5412 model represents an elegant union of traditional craftsmanship and modern performance needs, making it ideal for Cantonese opera, regional folk music, and advanced solo performances.
Key Features:
Premium Ebony Body: Ebony is known for its dense, hard texture that offers powerful projection and warm overtones—perfect for high-pitched expressiveness.
Handmade in Suzhou: Built by expert Chinese luthiers using time-honored techniques passed down for generations.
Burmese Golden-Back Python Skin: Genuine Burmese python skin is selected for the resonator to ensure clear articulation, fast response, and tonal brilliance.
Solid Wood Flower Window: Adds both structural integrity and visual elegance while enhancing internal sound resonance.
German Steel Strings: Imported high-quality strings that provide reliable tuning stability and bright, dynamic response.
Pure Silk Qianjin (Nut String): Offers traditional silk tension for nuanced vibrato and authentic tonal control.
Fujian Arrow Bamboo Bow with Natural White Horsehair: Provides a smooth, balanced draw and excellent sensitivity for expressive phrasing.
The HuQiu 5412 Ebony Gaohu is an excellent choice for musicians who demand precision, beauty, and traditional tonal excellence in one outstanding instrument.
