DI ZHAO

Di Zhao Flutes was founded in 2006 with the goal of producing the world’s finest student flutes. After two decades in the music industry, he saw a need to improve both the quality of student models and make them easily accessible to young musicians around the world. To provide a top-quality instrument for young musicians is to secure the future of music; these words have become the company’s guiding principle across all endeavors. 

By combining the craftsmanship and tradition of Boston’s finest flute makers with the modern day production techniques of the world’s leading instrument factories, Di Zhao flutes developed our now- renowned “handmade” student flutes. These instruments have helped fulfill the musical ambitions and nurture the passions of thousands of young flutists around the world.

Since our founding, Di Zhao Flutes has shaken up the flute industry and is recognized as one of its fastest rising stars. While still firmly adhering to the original philosophy, we have used our expertise to branch out to all aspects of flute making. As of now, we are also currently producing top quality student alto flutes, bass flutes, and piccolos. In addition, we have a selection of custom handmade flutes and headjoints for the more advanced musician.

All of our instruments are made with careful attention to precision in our factory in Jingzhou, China. The workers are all superbly trained directly by Mr. Zhao. The flutes are all padded with Pisoni pads, and all pads are partially shimmed like professional flutes. All instruments are made to achieve smooth key action, fast response, and excellent resonance.

All of our instruments are assembled, tested and adjusted by Di Zhao in the United States before being shipped. Each head-joint is specially hand-cut and feature silver risers, yet another feature that makes Di Zhao student models play like professional handmade flutes. ALL flutes are tuned to pitch 442. The wood in our grenadilla flutes has been carefully selected, treated, and seasoned to resist changes in temperature and humidity.