AULOS Ocarina AOC-4 (Alto C) with Case

AULOS OCARINA AOC-4
Aulos Ocarina, AC Key

This item has no noticeable scratches, but the outer box has scuffs and small sticker residue marks.
Please judge the condition from the photos.
Includes the paper box, a plastic case, and a fingering chart instruction manual.

Shipping method may change between YuYu Mercari便 and RakuRaku Mercari便 without prior notice.
Both are anonymous shipping methods.

The item is in good condition with no cracks, chips, noticeable scratches, or dirt (areas that appear white due to light reflection in the images are not paint peeling or dirt).
This ocarina is featured on Ocarina House, a specialty ocarina shop, so I will quote a portion of their description below. The new retail price at Ocarina House was ¥20,900.
While in good condition, this is a used item, so please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor details.

Aulos ocarinas are highly refined instruments with clear tones, and their high notes are satisfyingly produced. However, they require more breath than other ocarinas, and you won't achieve the powerful Aulos sound in the higher registers without sufficient breath speed.
The shape of the ocarina is flattened and designed to fit comfortably in the hand.
It is also unusually a 'fired' ocarina. While most ocarinas are 'unglazed,' Aulos ocarinas are glazed and fired again at high temperatures after being unglazed. This results in a more cohesive sound compared to other ocarinas. On the other hand, they tend to condensate easily in winter, which is a drawback. Condensation prevention is essential when using an Aulos ocarina.

Thank you for your consideration.

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