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This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Figured Bubinga.…This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Figured Bubinga. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs. -
This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Mexican Royal…This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Mexican Royal Ebony, fitted with African Blackwood pegs. -
This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Satinwood, and…This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Satinwood, and fitted with African Blackwood pegs. -
This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted…This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs. -
This set of Elite Itomaki is made entirely from Gaboon…This set of Elite Itomaki is made entirely from Gaboon Ebony. Beyond the soragara (star shape) style, it's a very standard type of itomaki. -
This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Stabilized Curly…This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Stabilized Curly Acacia. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs. -
Specifications Tsugaru style, fits all Futozao shamisen (does NOT fit…Specifications
- Tsugaru style, fits all Futozao shamisen (does NOT fit Beginner Shamisen/Nagauta/Jiuta)
- Shape: Soragara (star shape)
- Handle: Your choice of Ebony, Cocobolo, and a wide variety of burls/rosewoods.
- Peg: African Blackwood
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One of our first and most popular shamisen has finally…One of our first and most popular shamisen has finally returned! The Eclipse has been absent for many years due to the unavailability of tochikarin (highly figured Karin) in matching colors. For example, the lumber for sao wood was tan and the lumber for the tenjin would be brownish-pink. Why does this matter? Well, unlike other shamisen which can be stained or colored with tinted urushi, the Eclipse is finished with Tokyo Wagakki's renowned polishing technique, which takes two weeks to apply and uses no lacquers nor colorings. Such a polish gives the entire shamisen a deep warm glow, but retains the colors of the natural wood. Thus, while a shamisen with different color tones wouldn't affect the sound, the craftsmen at Tokyo Wagakki weren't pleased with the visual aesthetic, and so we paused production of this model... until now! After many years, tochikarin wood in matching colors came back in stock, and we're finally able to bring the Eclipse back to the Bachido Store! Read more about this exciting shamisen below! Also, check out our exciting new Eclipse: Special Edition!Color Will Vary
As you can see in the photo, the left Eclipse has a redder hue than the right Eclipse. There is no difference in quality nor tone, but it's simply the natural color of the polished wood. As stated above, the Eclipse uses no stain or lacquers, so please know that any particular Eclipse shamisen might be redder or tanner than another. -
Designed with a perfect half-size sao and a natural skin,…Designed with a perfect half-size sao and a natural skin, you can get an authentic shamisen sound with a size convenient enough to take hiking or on the road. -
This Shitan Tsugaru Shamisen is made from Shitan wood, which…This Shitan Tsugaru Shamisen is made from Shitan wood, which is higher quality and heavier than Karin wood. -
This is a standard kouki shamisen, made in Japan. Honestly,…This is a standard kouki shamisen, made in Japan. Honestly, I would recommend checking out the Rose Shamisen, which is also made from kouki but has more customization options and has more information, pictures, and video available. -
This Karin Minyo Shamisen is built by a close friend…This Karin Minyo Shamisen is built by a close friend of Hiroshi Nitta (Masahiro Nitta’s father) in Kanagawa. -
The 2nd studio album from Monsters of Shamisen. Ships from…The 2nd studio album from Monsters of Shamisen. Ships from California. -
The third album by Monsters of Shamisen! [fusion_button link="https://bachido.bandcamp.com/album/resonance" title=""…The third album by Monsters of Shamisen! -
Introducing the first shamisen-infused Christmas album. Twelve reimagined classics, and…Introducing the first shamisen-infused Christmas album. Twelve reimagined classics, and trust me, it's better than you think. Ships from California. -
Shamisen Fusion Duet album; Recorded by Yuzu Natsumi (Vocals, Keyboard)…Shamisen Fusion Duet album; Recorded by Yuzu Natsumi (Vocals, Keyboard) Kyle Abbott (Shamisen, Mandolin, Guitar), Karl Hedlund (Bass), and Eien Hunter-Ishikawa (Taiko, Shinobue). Ships from California. -
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. -
The Mitsuori Case has a soft, padded interior with a…The Mitsuori Case has a soft, padded interior with a sleek nylon exterior (like the Pack Case). Lid of Mitsuori Case has a special compartment for the bachi, and a side pouch for strings and yubikake. Straps connect on the backside for carrying on your back. If you don’t need to carry it on your back, the straps can conveniently slip into a zip-up pouch (shown in pictures). -
Made out of clear acrylic with a colored tint.Made out of clear acrylic with a colored tint. -
Made out of clear acrylic and looks very stylish. Perfect…Made out of clear acrylic and looks very stylish. Perfect for that clean look in your performance. -
Length: 170mm Blade Width: 86mm Handle Width (Base): 25.5mm Handle…Length: 170mm Blade Width: 86mm Handle Width (Base): 25.5mm Handle Width (Blade*): 32mm Handle Height (Base): 25.5mm Handle Height (Blade*): 9mm *The feathered edge where blade and handle first connect, (towards middle of handle, not the edge of handle) -
Unleash the Wow Factor with this dazzling LED Acrylic Bachi!…Unleash the Wow Factor with this dazzling LED Acrylic Bachi! Similar to the Adjustable Weight model, this Bachi radiates brilliance with an integrated LED light, adjustable at a button's press. Equipped with four 5g weights for balance customization and an acrylic blade etched with Wave and Sakura designs. To switch blades, unscrew and separate the handle. The LED Bachi has a slightly thicker handle due to the light source. It weighs 100g, with a 170mm length, 25mm base handle width/depth, and a 94mm blade width. -
Style: Hoodie Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXLStyle: Hoodie Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL -
Style: t-shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXLStyle: t-shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL -
Style: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXLStyle: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL -
Style: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXLStyle: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL -
Style: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXLStyle: T-Shirt Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL -
Size: 6" Long Materials: OptionalSize: 6" Long Materials: Optional -
Size: 4.25" Long Materials: OptionalSize: 4.25" Long Materials: Optional -
Bachi Not includedBachi Not included -
ShamiCamp Posters - Stellar. A great piece of art to…ShamiCamp Posters - Stellar. A great piece of art to hang on your wall. -
ShamiCamp Posters - Tabloid. A great piece of art to…ShamiCamp Posters - Tabloid. A great piece of art to hang on your wall. -
Add a super cool Laotian Birdseye Rosewood fingerboard to your…Add a super cool Laotian Birdseye Rosewood fingerboard to your Shamisen DIY Kit! The fingerboard includes a Tenjin Extension, which is a strip of wood which can be glued onto the tenjin before the shaping process. Both fingerboard and extension are sealed with shellac. Unlike the Pua Rosa fingerboards, these Rosewood fingerboards have ample margin, which means you don't need to be as careful about perfectly centered placement when gluing. Even if you're off center by a millimeter or two, you will still have amazing results after final shaping. -
Add a super cool Laotian Birdseye Rosewood fingerboard to your…Add a super cool Laotian Birdseye Rosewood fingerboard to your Shamisen DIY Kit! The fingerboard includes a Tenjin Extension, which is a strip of wood which can be glued onto the tenjin before the shaping process. Both fingerboard and extension are sealed with shellac. Unlike the Pua Rosa fingerboards, these Rosewood fingerboards have ample margin, which means you don't need to be as careful about perfectly centered placement when gluing. Even if you're off center by a millimeter or two, you will still have amazing results after final shaping. -
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One of the best cases for shamisen, in my opinion.…One of the best cases for shamisen, in my opinion. Lightweight with a Semihard foam-lined shell, and backpack straps for easy schlepping! (Note: Shamisen shown in pictures is not included :) ) -
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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!
