Product

Rebab -Tun Wood - FH String Indian Musical Instrument

Description

 Rabab is a lute instrument which has its origin in Afghanistan and then moved onto other neighbouring countries. It is a stringed instrument and has been in existence since the 8th century. It has a heart-like body carved out of wood. Body is enclosed in a membrane made of parchment from a cow bladder. It consist of 5 main strings and around 12 sympathetic strings. The head of the instrument is carved out from an animal skin and the strings are either made from gut. Depending upon the region and variation, it has various names such as: Kabuli rebab, Seni rebab, rubab, rebap, rabab, rebeb, rababah, or al-rababa. The sound of rabab can be identified easily due to its rich thick sound and correct sequence of high and low tones. Rabab holds a great religious significance amongst the Sikhs as it was played by Bhai Mardana, a companion of Guru Nanak Dev and hence he is also known as Rubabi. It is widely used by Namdharis in their performances. Rabab we are providing here is Natural colored Rabab. It has been crafted out from Tun Wood and has designer inlay work on its soundbox. It is generally played with the help of a plectrum

 Material

 Wood

Size

  Length: 39 Inches approx.

The size is approximate. Because this is a handmade product, size can fluctuate up to 2 to 3 CM.

Weight

2250 Gram

The weight is approximate. Because this is a handmade product, weight can fluctuate up to 500 Gram

Professional 

Product  Code

IM-Rebab-01

  Product will be shipped from India