Mohammed Waseem teak Concert Sitar Style #2 with white celluloid

Kharaj pancham (Ravi Shankar) style

From one of the premier instrument makers in Miraj, Waseem is by far the best carver and designer in India since Kanailal & brother.

Aged teak wood, single piece Miraj gourds. natural fittings and bridges. Finish is shellac and very thin providing a nice sound. White 1mm celluloid with extensive penwork and fancy tar gahan and beads. Large upper gourd with a 'tuned' top tumbi hole

Perfection and grace.

Each one will be slightly different!

Sound is resonant and responsive with 1/2 open jawari. Waseems bodies are easy to handle and not too heavy. He makes his langot similar to a tanpura style string mount so no loops needed for main strings. Secondary and final fitting done here at the edge of the world by yours truly.

I've known Waseem for a very long time and happy to now be offering his instruments. We visit yearly and are in constant touch, the instruments are a nice combination of both of our skills together!

Waseems instruments are each unique so there are no carbon copies although a nearly exact model can be ordered if desired.

Air shipped (always) and fiberglass included, shipping will vary depending on your location. We have a waiting list for these, please email to be notified when the next one is available.

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This sitar is sold, another is being made please email to get on the waiting list or with any questions. Due again Winter, 2024