![]() ![]() You must not only know how to tune the instrument (which takes quite a bit of practice), but how to change the stringsALL of them, not just the 6 or 7 easily accessible ones that run along the top. The more care and attention you give it, the more your sitar will give back to you. Its gross and your instrument will never open up to you if you do it. Resting it against your shoe is just as obscene as resting anything or anyone you care about against the bottom of your shoe. It might sound weird to some, but you would never step on a fine guitar or a cello. It is going to collect dirt, dust and oil from you no matter what, you should at least keep the possibility of soiling your sitar to a minimum. ![]() You must see your instrument as a living thing, born of sweat and intricate craftsmanship with a single purpose of making music. The frets can tarnish causing squeaks when the strings are pulled across them, and they can become loose. The strings, made of raw steel and phosphor bronze wire can succumb to rust and corrosion if not regularly played andor cleaned. The wood is particularly sensitive to the humidity and temperature and over time the pegs tend to slip. The average instrument, with its 17-19 strings, takes time to tune. Esraj With Chikari Strings How To Achieve The. ![]()
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