Introducing the
Glissopipe
Simple. Playful. Yours.
The Glissopipe is an innovative acoustic musical instrument similar to a flute. It opens up an entirely new world of playing and experiencing music.
Easy to start
The Glissopipe was born from a simple yet bold idea: what if playing a wind instrument could be as natural as singing? Its creators set out to remove the barriers of traditional tone holes.
Intuitive
The Glissopipe is for families, children, music schools, and anyone who wants to discover the joy of making sounds in a simple, intuitive way. It's an instrument that turns music into a fascinating journey of discovery. Be part of this journey with us!
Free the tone
Free yourself
Without predefined fixed tones, it is intuitive, liberating, and deeply inspiring – every tone becomes a discovery, every melody a small adventure. It brings joy to playing, sharpens listening, and trains intonation in a natural way. For some, it opens the door to their very first notes; for others, it unlocks a new dimension of creativity and expression – beyond the limits of conventional scales. Just pick up the Glissopipe, touch the magnetic strip, and let the adventure begin.
Gliss it now!
Helper strips
Make the first steps easier
The Glissopipe is designed to be played by ear and instinct. But when you are just starting out, a little guidance can help. Helper Strips are optional magnetic overlays that attach directly onto the Glissopipe’s ribbon. They stay securely in place and show the positions of notes using colored rings — which you can both see and feel with your fingers.
Each of the 12 notes of the chromatic scale has its own color. Different musical scales are printed on separate strips, including diatonic, pentatonic, melodic minor (in all 12 keys), full chromatic, and special model scales.
Helper Strips make the first steps easier, especially for beginners, children, and music education — while still allowing the Glissopipe to remain an expressive, voice-like instrument guided by listening rather than rules.
The story
of the Glissopipe
The Glissopipe was created in Hungary by saxophonist, composer, and inventor Dániel Váczi, together with his team. Váczi graduated in biology and studied jazz saxophone, and performs in numerous musical projects ranging from jazz and world music to contemporary classical music.
The Glissopipe is a member of the Glissonic family of musical instruments. The main innovation is that it uses a longitudinal slot on the instrument's tube instead of tone holes. The two sides of the slot are covered with a magnetic foil that attracts a magnetized ribbon on top. The glissonic system can be used on various wind instruments: flute, recorder, clarinet, saxophone, tarogato, oboe, etc., and even the cornet. The first member of the Glissonic family was the Glissotar, which has been successfully on the market since 2024.
Art
meets Technology
The Glissopipe is produced through high-precision 3D printing, in partnership with Prusa Research - the Czech leader in 3D printing innovation. Original Prusa 3D printers are renowned worldwide for their exceptional accuracy, reliability, and print quality. Each magnetic ribbon is precisely cut and hand-aligned, while a strong elastic ring keeps the ribbon’s motion smooth and perfectly tensioned. With Prusa’s engineering expertise and our acoustic design, every Glissopipe becomes a fusion of craftsmanship and innovation - an instrument manufactured with the finest tools for the finest sound.
The Team
of The Glissopipe project
The Glissopipe is brought to life by a group of creators, designers, and musicians united by a shared passion for sound, play, and innovation.
Do you love the Glissopipe?
The instrument is ready to play – tested, refined, and fully functional.
Now is the right time to get your own—at exclusive introductory conditions.
We are launching our Kickstarter campaign on March 17, 2026. Join early and be among the first to back the Glissopipe — the first days of the campaign include exclusive early-bird prices, available only to the earliest supporters.
Free
the tone now