Swarmandal & Tanpura all in one
An interesting new instrument has been introduced by our partner Monoj Kumar Sardar from Calcutta: The Sur Tanpura is a combination of swarmandal and tanpura. It is a perfect accompaniment for all kinds of modal music as well as for music therapy and meditation. The Sur Tanpura has 15 strings of different length, which can be tuned to a simple scale - just like a harp or swarmandal. Gently touching up or down across these strings with the fingers produces a silvery cascade of sound. Additionally the Sur Tanpura has a tanpura bridge with four wound strings running across, allowing for a round and powerful drone sound. The diapason of the tanpura strings is 65 cm, which makes them sound best tuned around C to D. Tuning is made easy by cogwheel mechanics for each string. Its compact, flat box-shape makes the Sur Tanpura sturdy and easy to carry. The instrument comes with a carrier bag, which protects it against dirt and humidity and allows for easy transport with just one hand.
Price: 390,00 EURO
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Audio example Monoj Kumar Sardar Sur Tanpura
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