banjira Tenor Ektara

Ek means one and tar means string in Hindi. 6"x30", one string can be made to give a range of tones by applying pressure at various points along the neck. Simple and fun to play. This is a folk instrument made in the central coastal State of Maharashtra. The soundboard is goat skin is tightly stretched over an opening cut in the pumpkin gourd body. A bamboo shaft which serves as the neck One strings is stretched from a hook at the end of the gourd, over the bridge, to the tuning peg at the end of the bamboo shaft.

SPECIAL NOTE ON STRINGS:

There is no warranty on strings. Manufacturers recommend that you change the strings every 3-4 months. It is always a good idea to keep an extra set of stings to replace any that may break. You should always wipe down your strings with a clean dry cloth after use. If you store your instrument, you should consider changing the strings when you pick it up again.

Item Weight: 1.1 lbs.
Item Length: 30 Inches
Item Height: 7.5 Inches
Item Width: 8 Inches
Origin: IN
UPC: 844731006227

Packed Weight: 4 lbs.
Ship Weight: 20 lbs.
Ship Length: 35 Inches
Ship Height: 12 Inches
Ship Width: 12 Inches