Sunday, November 15, 2009

Indian Instruments - Sitars -Standard Sitar - Semi Decorative - SITARSTANDARD



The sitar is the most popular instrument in India today.  Most of these wonderful instruments have seven main playing strings, above the arched bridge, and eleven sympathetic strings below the bridge.  It's these strings that give the Sitar it's magical and unique sound.
The full size standard sitar  has thinner frets and a narrower fret board than the deluxe (full decorated). This sitar is approximately 48" long and the gourds are usually around 11-12" wide about 10-11 inches deep. The width of the neck is approximately 3.5" This model is easier for students while they learn to play. It has double toomba, 7 main and 11 sympathetic strings. There are carvings and inlays along this beautiful instrument, and yet it is the least decorated of the fullsize sitars. The greatest visual difference between this sitar and the others is that the standard model has simple, un-carved tuning pegs. Included with this sitar is a wooden case, mizrabs (plectrums), and a set of extra strings.
  • Double Tumba for extra resonance
  • 7 strings, 11 sympathetic strings
  • Size is 48" X 14"
  • Ideal for serious students of the sitar - Great playability!
  • Looks great! Perfect to display in your living room!
  • Absolutely affordable!
  • FREE - Case, Extra strings, and Mizraabs.

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