User Manual
79A User’s Guide to Garritan World Instruments
THE WIND INSTRUMENTS
ARIA name: Description: Controls:
Japan
Shakuhachi e Shakuhachi is a traditional notched ute 
from Japan. e end-blown ute has ve 
nger holes and a thumb hole. e instrument 
is made from the root of the bamboo and is 
crafted with precision. Although tuned to a 
pentatonic (ve note) scale, by using various 
ngerings (partial holings) and by controlling 
the embouchure, the player can produce great 
exibility in tone and pitch.
•  Range: C3- C7
Vel (attack), MW 
(vol/eq), Porta, 
Lgth, VAR1, 
VAR2, FiltLv, 
FiltFq, VibSpd, 
Vib Amt, AirNs, 
Fluttr, Auto-
Legato, BndSpd, 
Keyswitches
THE WIND INSTRUMENTS
ARIA name: Description: Controls:
Other Asian Regions
Bamboo 
Flute
See Europe: Bamboo Flute
Jogi Baja e Jogi Baja is a double-reed instrument from 
Nepal played in various ceremonies and rituals.  
Players of the instrument often use the tech-
nique of circular breathing, which allows the 
player to play extended passages. 
•  Range: C3- C7
Vel (attack), MW 
(vol/eq), Porta, 
Lgth, VAR1, 
VAR2, FiltLv, 
FiltFq, VibSpd, 
Vib Amt, AirNs, 
Fluttr, Auto-
Legato, BndSpd, 
Keyswitches










