Mohammed Waseem Kachuwa concert sitar.

7 main strings ~ 13 sympathetics ~  Ravi Shankar / Kharaj pancham style.

Made from aged mahogany and a half cut gourd  which is called katchuwa style due to the tortoise (kachuwa) shape of the gourd. Designs that rival the best Kanai Lal sitars of the past. Fine penwork on celluloid combined with full decoration gulu and tabli carving in Waseems unique style as seen in modern Miraj work. 14 inch wide tabli with geared main tuners and ebony symnpathetic pegs. Bridges are ebony with natural anchor base and modern style sympathetic grommets. Nice open sympathetics with 1/2 open main bridge. A remarkable instrument from a great maker!

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! Final jawari and adjustments to your specification can be done if you wish.

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 a custom fit fiberglass case included, shipping will vary depending on your location. Includes our standard accessories kit

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