Tanpura, 6 Strings, Male, Deluxe

Tanpura, 6 Strings, Male, Deluxe

Brand : banjira

Almost 5' long, includes case. Beautifully carved and inlaid with 6 metal strings. Special delivery, must have address and phone number for truck delivery.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Uyghur Lute Xinjiang Handcraft Dombura + Case 60cm

Uyghur Lute Xinjiang Handcraft Dombura + Case 60cm

Brand : Interact China

Handmade Traditional Xinjiang Uyghur Dombura / Lute

Dombura is a long-necked lute popular in Central Asia and among ethnic people in the Xunjiang area. The name arises from the Persian tanbur and the instrument shares some of its characteristics with the Turkic komuz. It is played with much banging and scratching on the instrument to help give a percussive sound. The two strings are made of nylon. They cross a short bridge to a pin at the other end of the body. There is a tiny sound hole in the back of the instrument, while the top is of thick wood. A dombura is used as a solo as well as an ensemble instrument.


* Item #: XJWEYQ106(60cm)
* Overall Size: 60cm version
* Condition:All Handcrafted, Brand New, Silk Thread Case Included

This 60cm version is all handcrafted - ideal for learner / regular player; For professional player, try 90cm.


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*** AUTHENTIC ALL HANDMADE UYGHUR MUSICAL INSTRUMENT, NOT A REPRODUCTION ***

• 100% Authentic - All Handcrafted and Tuned by Genuine Uyghur Musican
• Hard to Find Professional Level !
• Packaged by tailor-made large heavy solid wood box for the best protection
• Ship Via Courier Express
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Tanpura, Female, Decorated

Tanpura, Female, Decorated

Brand : banjira

52" long. Female Tanpuras are smaller than Males and are more elaborately decorated. Includes wooden case. Special delivery.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Tanpura, Tenor, Blemished

Tanpura, Tenor, Blemished

Brand : Mid-East Scratch & Dent

BLEMISHED Tanpura, Tenor (Item Code: TMTN-2) 41" 4 metal strings, carved and inlaid. Exotic sounds and exotic to look at, smaller than the Female Tanpura. Includes wooden case.Scratch & Dent Savings!!! Product codes ending in "-2" are Blemished. They are New and Unused with Superficial blemishes that may include, blisters in the finish, scratches, dents, stains, discoloration, rust or pitting on metals, imperfect glazes, non-structural repairs such as putty in nail holes, or other surface marks. The irregularity does not affect the playability or sound quality of the instrument. These are a good value.

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Tanpura, Tenor

Tanpura, Tenor

Brand : banjira

41" 4 metal strings, carved and inlaid. Exotic sounds and exotic to look at, smaller than the Female Tanpura. Includes wooden case.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Tanpura, 4 Strings, Male, Pro, RKS

Tanpura, 4 Strings, Male, Pro, RKS

Brand : banjira

Made by Radha Krishna Sharma & Co., professional quality. 57" long. Male tanpuras are larger than the female, masterfully carved with decorative inlays. Includes wooden case. Special truck delivery.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Short

Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Short

Brand : Mid-East

Tanpura Accessory. Origin Country: India. 6" L x 6" W x 7" H. Made by Mid-East.

Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Short (Item Code: TMMP-YLS) Standard sympathetic string tuning peg for a Tanpura. Light finsih. Approximately 7 inches in length. The fit will need to be adjusted with sanding, and the excess length cut off.

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Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Long

Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Long

Brand : Mid-East

Tanpura Accessory. Origin Country: India. 6" L x 6" W x 7" H. Made by Mid-East.

Tanpura Sympathetic Peg, Light, Long (Item Code: TMMP-YLL) Standard sympathetic string tuning peg for a Tanpura. Light finsih. Approximately 8.5- 9 inches in length. The fit will need to be adjusted with sanding, and the excess length cut off.

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Tanpura Case, Male

Tanpura Case, Male

Brand : banjira

Over all length is 58". Base (toomba part) 17 1/2" wide and 17" deepTop (tuning Peg part) 11" wide and 7" deep. Replacement case for male tanpura. Special delivery.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Tanpura Case, Female

Tanpura Case, Female

Brand : banjira

Wooden case for the female tanpura. Special delivery.

• Beautiful instrument imported from craftspeople around the world!
• Perfect for aspiring world musicians!
• Made with authentic materials!

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Tanpura Bone Nut

Tanpura Bone Nut

Brand : Mid-East

Tanpura Accessory. Origin Country: India. 6" L x 6" W x 7" H. Made by Mid-East.

Tanpura Bone Nut (Item Code: TMMP-BN) Bone Nut for a Tanpura. Size and designs will vary from photo. Approximately 3 5/8 inches long and 1 inch tall at the center.

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Radel Saarang Ranjani Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AEH)

Radel Saarang Ranjani Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AEH)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : AEH

RADEL SAARANG RANJANI PLUS DIGITAL TANPURA - The Saarang Ranjani Plus is a Hi-fidelity natural tanpura with the superior tonal quality achieved with the latest cutting-edge technology. This is a 4 string tanpura that features easy-to-use rotary tuning with fine tuning knob. The unique property of the Ranjani Plus is that the pitch is simultaneously displayed. Tuning lock facility is additionally provided so that accidental movement of the knob will not disturb the pitch *[PACKAGE CONTENTS:Radel Saarang Ranani Plus Digital Tanpura,Length: 23 Cms approx.,Width: 13.5 Cms approx.,Height: 9Cms approx.,Weight: 1 KG approx.,Instruction Manual,Original Carry Bag,Mains Power Cord. Indian/Euro Style - Buyer may have to buy an adaptor plug to operate the unit.]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• PA / MA / NI selection with indication, Pluck styles choice (North / South Indian)
• Distinct bass-treble control, AUTO SAVE DUAL MEMORY(ASDM).
• Pitch range of one and a half octave
• Auto save of selected pitch, Amazing Realistic Tanpura Sound
• One more pitch selection can be saved in memory

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Radel Saarang Ranjani Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AEG)

Radel Saarang Ranjani Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AEG)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : AEG

RADEL SARANG SPARSHINI DIGITAL TANPURA - Sarang Sparshini is a great combination of the Electronic & Real Tanpura. Even the shape is of a real Tanpura. The amazing part is that it can be plucked as a real Tanpura as well as used as an Electronic Tanpura. It can be used in chromatic as well as diatonic scale. It uses the latest sampler technology which gives excellent results.The most unique feature is a choice of Maunual or Auto plucking, which means it is both electronic as well as real Tanpura. One can play 4 or 5 string, with an automatic tuning of 4 notes and manual tuning of 5th note, Pluck styles choice (North / South Indian).*[PACKAGE CONTENTS:Radel Saarang Ranjani Plus Digital Tanpura,Length: 60 Cms approx.,Width: 29 Cms approx.,Height: 16 Cms approx.,Weight: 1 KG approx.,Instruction Manual,Original Carry Bag,Mains Power Cord. Indian/Euro Style - Buyer may have to buy an adaptor plug to operate the unit.]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• Real Tanpura Option: Unique feature of a being used as both, a Manual or an Electronic Tanpura
• Can be tuned to any pitch over a range of more than one octave and so can be used by men, women and instrumentalists., Perfect tuning of 4 notes.
• Tunable 5th string is also present,Amazingly Real Tanpura Sound,Two pluck styles are provided in the instrument - Carnatic Style & Hindustani Style
• Popular with both North Indian Musicians and South Indian Musicians.
• AUTO SAVE DUAL MEMORY(ASDM).

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Male Miraj Tanpura (PDI-ABB)

Male Miraj Tanpura (PDI-ABB)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : ABB

ABOUT TANPURAIf you are a professional Tanpura player wanting to buy Tanpura, you've come to the right place. The Tanpuras we have on offer are of a supirior quality crafted in a place called Miraj in India. All famous Indian musicians get their Tanpura made by craftsman from Miraj.The Tanpura embodies the most fundamental and crucial concepts of Indian classical music. In Tanpura lies a proof that all the notes in Indian classical music including the sa are variable. The master musicians who understand the nuances of Tanpura can tune it differently as per the ragas they intend to perform - play or sing. Most Dhrupad musicians even today sing only to the accompaniment of the Tanpura in spite of harmonium and surmandal trying to take their place in most cases. Check out the range of instrument available here before you buy one. When you finally buy tanpura make sure it is an informed decision to avoid disappointments later. IF you need assistance or are indecisive please feel free to write to us. We consider it our primary job to help you.**[PACKAGE CONTAINS;Designer Miraj Male Tanpura Music Instrument,Length: 52 To 55 Inches approx.,Width: 15 To 17 Inches approx.,Height: 14 To 16 Inches approx.,Weight: 3 KG To 4 KG approx., Sturdy Storage Case]***[MATERIALS;TunWood,Brass, Gourt wood]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• MALE TANPURA TUN WOOD
• GOOD QUALITY TANPURA
• STORAGE CASE
• EXTRA STRING SET
• INSTRUMENT HAND MADE IN INDIA

( Product Infomation Posted On Time : Jul 19, 2012 08:15:43 View Latest Update Infomation At Amazon)

Banjira Miniature Tanpura String Set

Banjira Miniature Tanpura String Set

Brand : Mid-East

The Banjira Miniature Tanpura String Set consists of looped end strings with the following diameters and materials:

String	IN	mm	Material
1	0.012	0.315	Steel
2	0.011	0.274	Steel
3	0.011	0.274	Steel
4	0.018	0.457	Bronze

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Radel Saarang Miraj Digital Tanpura (PDI-AFA)

Radel Saarang Miraj Digital Tanpura (PDI-AFA)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : AFA

RADEL SAARANG MIRAJ DIGITAL TANPURA - The SAARANG MIRAJ DIGITAL TANPURA is an advanced electronic musical instrument which provides "SUR" alongside the other musical instruments while performance. The SAARANG MIRAJ DIGITAL TANPURA produces an amazing natural sound of a Miraj Tanpura. It uses the latest sampler technology which gives excellent results. One can play the tanpura with an option of 4, 5 or 6 strings and the Pluck styles choice of (North / South Indian). It comes in a sleek and lightweight ABS plastic cabinet.*[PACKAGE CONTENTS: Radel Saarang Miraj Digital Tanpura, Length: 23 Cms approx.,Width: 13.5 Cms approx.,Height: 9 Cms approx.,Weight: 0.5 KG approx.,Instruction Manual,Original Carry Bag,Mains Power Cord. Indian/Euro Style - Buyer may have to buy an adaptor plug to operate the unit.]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• Can be tuned to any pitch over a range of more than one octave and so can be used by men, women and instrumentalists.
• Perfect tuning of 4 notes,Tunable 5th & 6th string is also present,Amazingly Real Miraj Tanpura Sound
• Two pluck styles are provided in the instrument - Carnatic Style & Hindustani Style.
• Popular with both North Indian Musicians and South Indian Musicians,selection of PA/MA/NI /OFF
• AUTO SAVE DUAL MEMORY(ASDM),SMPS Power Supply so that it can work on 90 VAC TO 260 VAC. IT WILL WORK FINE IN USA, Canada, UK, Mexico, France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands AND Belgium POWER SUPPLY.

( Product Infomation Posted On Time : Jul 17, 2012 09:27:04 View Latest Update Infomation At Amazon)

Radel Sarang Magic Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AFI)

Radel Sarang Magic Plus Digital Tanpura (PDI-AFI)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : AFI

RADEL SARANG MAGIC PLUS DIGITAL TANPURA - Magic Plus is a very conveniently sized electronic tanpura which weighs just half a kg. The sound clarity is very natural and clear, it is an excellent choice for someone who usually carries this to lots of places. It has an auto tuning of 4 notes. It uses the latest sampler technology which gives excellent results. It comes in a handy and lightweight ABS plastic cabinet. *[PACKAGE CONTENTS:Radel Saarang Magic Plus Digital Tanpura,Length: 13 Cms approx.,Width: 11.5 Cms approx.,Height: 8 Cms approx.,Weight: 0.5 KG approx.,Instruction Manual,Original Carry Bag,Mains Power Cord. Indian/Euro Style - Buyer may have to buy an adaptor plug to operate the unit.]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• Small & Sturdy which makes it very easy to carry,Perfect tuning of 4 notes.
• Sound quality is natural and clear, even on high volume, Amazingly Real Tanpura Sound.
• Two pluck styles are provided in the instrument - North Indian & South Indian
• Popular with both North Indian Musicians and South Indian Musicians
• AUTO SAVE DUAL MEMORY(ASDM)

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Professional Quality Flat Tanpura (PDI-FF)

Professional Quality Flat Tanpura (PDI-FF)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : FF

ABOUT TANPURAIf you are a professional Tanpura player wanting to buy Tanpura, you've come to the right place. The Tanpuras we have on offer are of a supirior quality crafted in a place called Miraj in India. All famous Indian musicians get their Tanpura made by craftsman from Miraj.The Tanpura embodies the most fundamental and crucial concepts of Indian classical music. In Tanpura lies a proof that all the notes in Indian classical music including the sa are variable. The master musicians who understand the nuances of Tanpura can tune it differently as per the ragas they intend to perform - play or sing. Most Dhrupad musicians even today sing only to the accompaniment of the Tanpura in spite of harmonium and surmandal trying to take their place in most cases. Check out the range of instrument available here before you buy one. When you finally buy tanpura make sure it is an informed decision to avoid disappointments later. IF you need assistance or are indecisive please feel free to write to us. We consider it our primary job to help you.**[PACKAGE CONTAINS;Flat Tanpura Music InstrumentLength: 39 To 41 Inches approx.,Width: 11 To 12 Inches approx.,Height: 1.5 To 2 Inches approx.,Weight: 1.5 To 2 KG approx., Sturdy Storage Case,FREE! One Set of Strings]***[MATERIALS;Tun Wood, Brass]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• TUN WOOD TANPURA
• GOOD QUALITY TANPURA
• STORAGE CASE
• GOOD FLAT TANPURA TUN WOOD
• INSTRUMENT HAND MADE IN INDIA

( Product Infomation Posted On Time : Jul 15, 2012 14:17:39 View Latest Update Infomation At Amazon)

Regular Flat Tanpura (PDI-II)

Regular Flat Tanpura (PDI-II)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : II

ABOUT TANPURAIf you are a professional Tanpura player wanting to buy Tanpura, you've come to the right place. The Tanpuras we have on offer are of a supirior quality crafted in a place called Miraj in India. All famous Indian musicians get their Tanpura made by craftsman from Miraj.The Tanpura embodies the most fundamental and crucial concepts of Indian classical music. In Tanpura lies a proof that all the notes in Indian classical music including the sa are variable. The master musicians who understand the nuances of Tanpura can tune it differently as per the ragas they intend to perform - play or sing. Most Dhrupad musicians even today sing only to the accompaniment of the Tanpura in spite of harmonium and surmandal trying to take their place in most cases. Check out the range of instrument available here before you buy one. When you finally buy tanpura make sure it is an informed decision to avoid disappointments later. IF you need assistance or are indecisive please feel free to write to us. We consider it our primary job to help you.**[PACKAGE CONTAINS;Regular Flat Tanpura Music Instrument,Length: 38 To 40 Inches approx.,Width: 11 To 12 Inches approx.,Height: 1.5 To 2 Inches approx.,Weight: 1.5 To 2 KG approx.,Sturdy Storage Case,FREE! One Set of Strings]***[MATERIALS;Tun Wood, Brass]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• TUN WOOD REGULAR TANPURA
• FULL SIZE INSTRUMENT
• STORAGE CASE
• GOOD FLAT TANPURA TUN WOOD
• INSTRUMENT HAND MADE IN INDIA

( Product Infomation Posted On Time : Jul 14, 2012 16:48:36 View Latest Update Infomation At Amazon)

La Bella Tambura Metal, TM40

La Bella Tambura Metal, TM40

Brand : La Bella

  NOTE DESCRIPTION DIAMETER INCHES TENSION LBS

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Guitar Capo GP004- Trigger Action for Acoustic / Electric Guitar (Curved) - Silver

Guitar Capo GP004- Trigger Action for Acoustic / Electric Guitar (Curved) - Silver

Guitar Capo GP004- Trigger Action for Acoustic / Electric Guitar (Curved)

• Guitar Capo for Acoustic and Electric (6 strings)
• Padded capo with a spring-action grip for quick changes
• Compare to Dunlop / Kyser Capo
• COLOR: Silver

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Raagini Electronic Digital Tanpura Tambura 2012 (PDI-DG)

Raagini Electronic Digital Tanpura Tambura 2012 (PDI-DG)

Brand : buyRaagini.com ,Model : DG

Raagini Digital is the preferred electronic Tanpura of Hindustani & Carnatic musicians. Raagini Tambura delivers a real unmatched Tanpura sound which has become a benchmark. It has a stable digitally tuned pitch covering more than an octave. It comes with a universal power mode, battery mode & an in-built battery charger. Capable of playing in both Hindustani & Carnatic style, this Electronic Tambura is light weight & compact.**[PACKAGE CONTAINS:Raagini Digital Electronic Music Instrument,Length: 6.75 Inches approx.,Width: 3.75 Inches approx.,Height: 5 Inches approx.,Weight: 1.25 KG approx.,Instruction Manual,Original Carry Bag,Mains Power Cord.]***[TECHNICAL DATA:Input power - 90V to 250V AC (SMPS),Pitch Range - A to B covering more than 1 Octave,Power consumption - 6 Watts Max,Net Weight - 1.3 Kg approx.,Dimensions - 17.3 x 9.7 x 12.3cm,Speaker - 10 W, 4 Ohms, 4 Inches,Battery - 8 AA cells 1.5V or Ni-Mh (AAA) 1.2V Chargeable.]* **[Brand New Original Product. Free FedEx Shipping from India - Reaches you in 5 days. CUSTOMS DUTY / VAT CHARGES MAY APPLY. We also pay for return shipping.]**

• NOW WITH UNIVERSAL POWER SUPPLY SMPS ACCEPTING FROM 90 TO 240 VOLTS
• Original Tanpura Tone, Accurate Pitch, Pitch Range In Excess of 1 Octave
• Pancham, Madhyam & Nishad, Manual Nishad Tuning, Hindustani & Carnatic Playing Styles
• Harmonium Like Display, Fine Tuning, In-Built Battery Charger, Auto Memory, Neat, Light & Compact
• External Speaker Socket, Dual Power Mode, Preferred Tanpura

( Product Infomation Posted On Time : Jul 11, 2012 11:51:33 View Latest Update Infomation At Amazon)

Bulgarian Folk Instruments

Tamburas
The Gaida (bagpipe) is one of the most characteristic folk instruments of Bulgaria. It is said that a traditional wedding is incomplete without its presence. Traditionally the solitary shepherd's companion, it is often heard solo or accompanied by a large drum. It is also popular in small village orchestras. Like all Bulgarian folk instruments there are many regional variations with distinctive styles of detail and ornament. All share a common form: white kidskin bag, blowpipe, drone and chanter. The pipes of the eastern regions of Thrace and Dobrudja are usually high-pitched, while those of western Shope region tend to be lower. In the south Bulgarian Rhodope mountain region they are extremely deep-pitched with huge goatskin bags. These are often played in pairs or trios and sometimes in large groups. There is one ensemble in that area called "Sto Gaidi," which translates as "One Hundred Gaidas."
The standard instrument today is an outfit consisting of three chanters and two drones, giving the player capacity to perform music of all regions. The chanter, called a "gaidanitsa," makes this instrument unique. It has the capability of a full chromatic scale. Its conical bore may have up to seven subtle changes. The tone holes are curved and recessed to give the fingers a relaxed and comfortable grip. Its most unusual detail is the "flea hole," a small metal pipe or bushing at the top of the bore. This gives the instrument its exceptional chromatic range. The pipes are traditionally richly decorated with delicate grooving or combing and trimmed with metal and ox horn of varying hues. The kaba-gaida of south Bulgaria is a huge instrument. Its single drone is almost four feet long. It has a deep and noble tone. Its gaidanitsa is hexagonal rather than round in cross-section, and it is richly ornamented with subtle carving.
The gadulka is probably the most popular and also most ancient folk instrument in Bulgaria today. Although loud and resonant, its distinctive Slavic voice is warm and soothing. It is traditionally played in small orchestral groups or used to accompany singing. Most folk musicians make their own instruments following strong regional traditions of form and tuning, though there are many renowned professional makers. Two types of gadulkas are commonly played. Both are made from large single blocks of hardwood that are carved and hollowed into pear like corpus, then covered with resonant softwood faces. The more prevalent form has three bowed strings, tuned A'EA with ten to twelve additional sympathetic strings. The other type is much smaller and its playing is restricted to the Dobrudjan region near the Black Sea. It usually has three strings tuned EAA.' Unlike violins, gadulkas are played tucked into a shoulder strap or belt and bowed horizontally. The Tambura is also a popular instrument. It is similar in form to the gadulka, with a curved, pear shaped form. It has a loud, bright tone somewhat like a banjo, and is commonly used for both melody and chords. The strings are double-coursed like a mandolin but are tuned like the upper strings on a guitar.

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