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CITTERN

   
Definition: small flat backed wire-strung plucked instrument; played with a plectrum; popular from renaissance to baroque times. Modern citterns are much bigger, and more like mandolins in shape. Usually with 10 strings in 5 courses. Related to Portuguese Guitarra.
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Atlas AS-E30 Pipa, Chinese Lute The Chinese lute, 4 strings, 30 frets, 720 scale length, rounded back

Atlas AS-E30 Pipa, Chinese Lute


The Chinese lute, 4 strings, 30 frets, 720 scale length, rounded back

Item ID: GR36026   Model No: AS-E30   
    Product Features
  • Soundboard Platane wood, Back and sides Platane wood
  • Hardwood fingerboard and plastic frets.
  • Traditional Pipa made in China. Authentic design.
    Product Specifications
  • A fantastic introductory pipa for anyone interested in this ancient Chinese instrument. Authentic build and and tone make this a fine choice for new and intermediate players.
  • Made in: China
  • Model Number: AS-E30
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Chinese & Far East Frets Information


These Atlas Chinese traditional instruments are normally in stock. The Pipa is one of the oldest dating back over 2000 years, The design has been influenced by the Oud. The Ruan is also a descendant of the Pipa and is used in both folk and classical music. The violin like Er Hu is used both solo and in groups, and the Gu Zheng or ancient zheng also dates back ro 200BC, when it had as few as five strings. Other types may be available to order, please ask.
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