Description
The Chadagan is a Tuvan zither-like string instrument, tuned in an open, pentatonic scale and played with fingers or sticks. Its deep, rich sound, tinged with an Asian flavor, captivated me instantly. It offers pure pleasure to both play and listen to, making it accessible even to beginners due to its harmonious tones.
Remarkably, it can be swiftly shifted to various playing modes bringing versatile tuning within 16 strings. Ideal for intimate settings or concerts.
Chadagan holds a beautiful story of being channeled into existence for humanity. Originating from Tuva, it’s regarded as a bearer of life’s sweetness, nurturing the feminine and symbolizing the nourishment the mature masculine provides to the mothers.
Listen to the story of Chadagan (link)
*the story of the Chadagan is shared on this web site thanks to the generosity of Magda Polkowska, a friend, a sister and mistress storyteller. More About Tales of the Peoples of the World (https://metaphorictools.eu/our-community/ )
The Chadagan is made of Maple Wood, with acoustic guitar tuning keys for fast and easy tuning and 16 brass strings. It is finished with a unique sacred geometry rosette closing the sound box.
It comes in a set with a beautiful bag to make sure the instrument is secure. When ordering You may choose the colour of the soundbox wood and pick Your favorable sacred geometry rossete from the available variety.
Specification:
Dimensions: length: 80cm, width: 30cm, height: 10cm .
Weight: approx 3,5 kg (without the bag)
Materials: soundbox: maple wood
string frets: maple/mahogany/exotic wood
wooden rosette: variety woods adjusted aesthetic of the soundbox
Tuning keyes: brass (gold)/cooper
Strings: 16 brass strings
Instrument bag: waterproof fabric, soft, reinforced bag with two chambers, handle and two backpack straps for comfort.
