Bashir Kashmiri dark Kharaj Pancham sitar.

7 main strings ~ 13 sympathetics ~ exquisite penwork in the Ravi Shankar style.

A natural fully carved sitar with no plastic/celluloid or penwork, just fully carved wood in mahogany with ebony finished highlights. Features natural material for all fittings. Bridges are made of ebony in a decorated style. Unique carvings, superb finish with a dark mottled natural gourd from Maharashtra. Spun wood top tumba and beautiful sanded edge main pegs. About 3/4 open with a medium touch, this particular sitar is very responsive and resonant. We are really impressed with the tone and beauty of Bashir's instruments and this sitar has been air shipped (as are all of our instruments) to preserve its quality. Please consider this if comparing to other instruments ~In Stock!

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