Description
The JAS MUNDA Standard Sitar is a lightweight, versatile instrument, ideal for beginners and intermediate players seeking an authentic sitar experience with ease of play.
Designed to be played in both Vilayat Khan (Gayaki style) and Ravi Shankar style, this sitar offers flexibility for different playing techniques and musical preferences.
It features 7 main strings and 12 sympathetic (Tarab) strings, producing a rich and resonant tone. The instrument is fitted with hand-carved natural bone bridges for both main and sympathetic strings, ensuring clarity and sustain.
Crafted from well-seasoned toon wood (Indian cedar), this sitar is lightweight and comfortable to handle, making it ideal for long practice sessions. The minimalist design (no heavy carving) keeps the instrument simple, practical, and travel-friendly.
The sitar uses high-quality German steel strings along with English-made bronze and brass strings, ensuring durability and consistent sound quality.
Features
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Standard Quality Sitar – Ideal for beginners and intermediate players
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Dual Playing Style – Suitable for Vilayat Khan & Ravi Shankar styles
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7 Main + 12 Tarab Strings – Rich tonal depth and resonance
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Lightweight Design – Easy to handle and play
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Toon Wood Body – Durable and well-seasoned
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Natural Bone Bridges – Enhanced sound clarity
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Premium Strings – German steel + English bronze/brass
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Minimalist Finish – No heavy carving, practical design
Materials
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Well-seasoned toon wood (Indian cedar) body
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Hand-carved natural bone bridges
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German steel strings
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English bronze and brass strings
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Celluloid decoration (mother-of-pearl style finish)
What’s Included
Shipping, Insurance & Taxes
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✅ Fully insured shipping against damage or loss
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🌍 International orders treated as exports (no UK VAT applied)
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📄 Legal invoice provided for records and after-sales support
Quality Assurance
All instruments are:
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Assembled, tuned, and checked in our UK workshop
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Inspected by experienced technicians before dispatch
Brand Information
Buy original instruments from JAS Musicals Limited (UK) – a trusted manufacturer and global supplier since 1984.