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Bamboo Koma lacquered with black urushi. Scroll below for sound…Bamboo Koma lacquered with black urushi. Scroll below for sound test video! -
This Kamigoma fits on Tsugaru and Minyo tenjin.This Kamigoma fits on Tsugaru and Minyo tenjin. -
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Easily our most popular model on Bachido! Made by one…Easily our most popular model on Bachido! Made by one of the finest shamisen workshops in Japan (Tokyo Wagakki) the Raven is made with Shitan wood and expertly lacquered with jet black urushi. Although the urushi is black, the Raven's color changes depending on the light! The darkness of the black urushi is strong when illuminated, and when the light is gentle, the natural browns of Shitan will emerge. An incredibly cool element of this shamisen! Product Updates: The red acrylic itomaki are now available in both Soragara style (star-shape) and standard Hexagon, and the optional Ayasugi (intricate carving inside the dou) is now available! Note, the Ayasugi option is shown in the product photos. If you choose "No" in the Ayasugi box, the inside of your dou will be smooth. Custom Options: Would you like the itomaki in a different color, shape, or material? Or perhaps a different wood or size? Each shamisen is made to order direct from Tokyo Wagakki, so we can easily accept custom requests! Please send your Custom Raven requests to me via the Contact Us page and let's have a fun chat about the options available! To learn more about the Raven please click on the below link!Special Bonus!
To help you get started with your brand-new Raven Shamisen, I am including several learning materials for free!- Bachido Shamisen Crash Course
- Premium Shamisen Course: Sakura
- Premium Shamisen Course: Tosa no Sunayama
- Premium Shamisen Course: Kase no Yakko Odori
- Premium Shamisen Course: Advanced Kamashi
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The second string on the shamisen (which is the middle…The second string on the shamisen (which is the middle string). Gokujo brand. Can be used for Tsugaru, Jiuta, and Nagauta style. Sold as a pack of two strings. -
Prepare for extra-awesome! Compared to the regular Shinobi Koma, the…Prepare for extra-awesome! Compared to the regular Shinobi Koma, the Shinobi Koma - Deluxe is loaded with extra features! -
This is a very special set of ito made by…This is a very special set of ito made by Marusan Hishimoto Co. (the most trusted maker of shamisen strings, and the only brand of string I sell in the Bachido Store) In the Tsugaru Ito Set - Black all strings are dyed black and look very striking against a white shamisen skin. Just be careful when playing shamisen in the dark! -
Adhesive sticker featuring the Bachido logo with "Bachido" written in…Adhesive sticker featuring the Bachido logo with "Bachido" written in kanji. -
It's just what you think it is, a cute lil'…It's just what you think it is, a cute lil' shamisen for your keychain! -
Like a desiccants, the Manyo is a pad used to…Like a desiccants, the Manyo is a pad used to maintain the dryness of natural skin on shamisen. (It's not required for synthetic skins) -
The first string on the shamisen (which is the thickest…The first string on the shamisen (which is the thickest of the three). Gintsuki brand, material is silk, and it's available in size for Tsugaru style only. -
This koma is made entirely of bamboo (Madake). While it…This koma is made entirely of bamboo (Madake). While it is technically sized for Tsugaru style, it can be used with any shamisen type. -
I must admit, this is my absolute favorite koma. It’s…I must admit, this is my absolute favorite koma. It’s both great sounding and a gorgeous work of art. This koma is made from susudake (soot bamboo) and half bone top is expertly carved with three waves (or some might see fangs) curving downward. All of the bamboo/wood koma on Bachido sound great, but I particularly like this one for both it’s style and sound! Scroll below for sound test video! -
It is said that 80% of the shamisen’s sound quality… -
The classic Faux Bekko Bachi. Features a similar flexibility as…The classic Faux Bekko Bachi. Features a similar flexibility as natural shell while being 100% synthetic. -
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To learn more about the Shamibuddy or the accompanying accessory…To learn more about the Shamibuddy or the accompanying accessory set, please click on their respective links below!Special Bonus!
To help you get started with your brand-new ShamiBuddy, I am including several learning materials for free!- Bachido Shamisen Crash Course
- Premium Shamisen Course: Sakura
- Premium Shamisen Course: Ringo Bushi
- Premium Shamisen Course: Yasaburo
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This koma is made with a bamboo (Madake) base and…This koma is made with a bamboo (Madake) base and a bekko saddle. While it is technically sized for Tsugaru style, it can be used with any shamisen type. -
The Bachi Case is a classy way to keep both…The Bachi Case is a classy way to keep both your bachi (plectrum) and koma (bridge) safe and secure. This exquisite case has the capacity to accommodate two bachi while also providing ample space to house up to eight koma (depending on the width). It's a very elegant and stylish way to keep your accessories protected, we've got a wide variety of Bachi Cases to choose from!! -
This line of Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott…This line of Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott and shipped from sunny Santa Cruz, California. These Doukake fits ONLY Tsugaru Shamisen (Size 5 dou). Please do not order if you have a Nagauta/Beginner's Shamisen or Jiuta Shamisen. All Lacquered Doukake are made to order. Please allow two weeks for crafting and lacquering. -
This line of Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott…This line of Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott and shipped from sunny Santa Cruz, California. These Doukake fits ONLY Tsugaru Shamisen (Size 5 dou). Please do not order if you have a Nagauta/Beginner's Shamisen or Jiuta Shamisen. All Lacquered Doukake are made to order. Please allow two weeks for crafting and lacquering. -
Be free of chairs and seiza (sitting on your legs)…Be free of chairs and seiza (sitting on your legs) position with a guitar strap! While a guitar strap can be tied to your shamisen, I highly recommend installing Schaller Strap Locks if you're comfortable with drilling holes in your shamisen dou. Strap locks are perfect for keeping your strap securely locked in place. -
The first string on the shamisen (which is the thickest…The first string on the shamisen (which is the thickest of the three). Gokujo brand, material is silk, and it's available in size for Tsugaru style only. Contains one string. -
This is a double-length Ichi no Ito (the first string…This is a double-length Ichi no Ito (the first string on the shamisen, which is the thickest of the three). There is a red mark in the middle of the string length, indicating where the string can be cut in half. -
This koma is made with a bamboo (Madake) base and…This koma is made with a bamboo (Madake) base and a bone-tipped saddle. While it is technically sized for Tsugaru style, it can be used with any shamisen type. -
This is a very thin, lightweight case which is perfect…This is a very thin, lightweight case which is perfect for casually storing your shamisen in the house or taking out to local gigs or meetup sessions. As there is very minimal padding, please be careful when traveling with it, as the shamisen can still be damaged if it falls or something falls on it. With that being said, if you're in a safe environment already, the Thin Soft Case is a super convenient way to carry your shamisen while keeping it safe from abrasion, dust, and/or spilled coffee! -
This is a required item for shamisen, it is the…This is a required item for shamisen, it is the tailpiece which the strings are tied to. The Neo is fitted on the end of the shamisen, and it is made from pure silk. -
This koma is made with a Kouki base and a…This koma is made with a Kouki base and a bone saddle. While it is technically sized for Tsugaru style, it can be used with any shamisen type. Scroll below for sound test video! -
Brand new set of Ebony Nagauta style Itomaki made by…Brand new set of Ebony Nagauta style Itomaki made by Tokyo Wagakki. These itomaki are direct from the maker, and require turning (making the peg round with a file or lathe) to specially fit in each row of holes, as well as drilling string holes. -
These are Scorebooks/CD sets for minyo (folk) songs, arranged for…These are Scorebooks/CD sets for minyo (folk) songs, arranged for Tsugaru style by the Oyama Ryu. Note that all volumes are written in Japanese. -
This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 10 songs in the…This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 10 songs in the Nitta Ryu (style). -
This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 8 songs in the…This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 8 songs in the Nitta Ryu (style). -
The Sanshin Set includes everything needed to start playing Sanshin!…The Sanshin Set includes everything needed to start playing Sanshin! Available with either Natural or Synthetic snake skin. -
This line of colorful Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle…This line of colorful Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott and shipped from sunny Santa Cruz, California. These Doukake fits ONLY Tsugaru Shamisen (Size 5 dou). Please do not order if you have a Nagauta/Beginner's Shamisen or Jiuta Shamisen. All Lacquered Doukake are made to order. Please allow two weeks for crafting and lacquering. -
This desiccant pouch is meant to remove moisture from the…This desiccant pouch is meant to remove moisture from the Manyo sheet (which in turn is meant to remove moisture from the natural skin on shamisen) once it becomes saturated with moisture. To use, put both the "Manyo Desiccant Pouch" and “Manyo: Advanced Moisture Control” sheet inside a plastic bag in order for the pouch to effectively remove moisture from the sheet. -
Need a place to store your extra yubikake, strings, and…Need a place to store your extra yubikake, strings, and possibly antique stamps? Look no further than this fashionable wooden Accessory Box! -
This is a decorative cased used to keep your koma…This is a decorative cased used to keep your koma (shamisen bridges) safe and protected in a classy way. -
A light protector for your bachi. Ideal if you already…A light protector for your bachi. Ideal if you already store your bachi inside a shamisen case and just need minimal protection to prevent potential scratches.
