The Beginner’s Shamisen

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Nagauta Itomaki Set
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The Beginner’s Shamisen

$500.00 - $640.00

(1 customer review)

To learn more about the Beginner’s Shamisen or the accompanying accessory set, please click on their respective links below!

Special Bonus!

To help you get started with your new Beginner’s Shamisen, 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

Important: This shamisen does NOT include any accessories required to play (no strings, plectrum, etc). Unless you already have accessories, please consider selecting the The Beginner’s Shamisen Accessory Set option for all the essential items required to make your shamisen playable. Otherwise, by selecting The Beginner’s Shamisen only, you will receive the masterfully built shamisen in an unplayable condition.

The Beginner’s Shamisen Accessory Set gives users the most affordable option to start playing. The set consists of entry level items, but does not include Koma and Bachi. Those two items are required, and because there is a wide variety of excellent Koma and Bachi available, they are available outside of the set so users can choose the exact Koma and Bachi they prefer. If you’re planning to get the Beginner’s Shamisen Accessory Set, be sure to grab a Koma and Bachi too!

If you’d like to select your own accessories (to get preferred colors, choose particular bachi, add extra strings, etc), please go to Essentials and choose the best items for yourself.

Need help in curating your shopping list? Learn about the most essential items here!

Note: A Bachido membership (free) is required to access the courses.

(Please allow two weeks for fulfillment)

The Beginner's Shamisen
Clear selection
$500.00
The Beginner Shamisen Accessory Set
$95.00
Crash Course: Volume One
$0.00
Crash Course: Volume Two
$0.00
Sakura
Original price was: $14.95.Current price is: $14.95.
Ringo Bushi
Original price was: $14.95.Current price is: $14.95.
Yasaburo Bushi
$14.95
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Description

 

At Bachido, we know that shamisen are very expensive instruments to learn. Though some people know shamisen is for them upon hearing the first snap of the string, it’s difficult for most of us to spend $1000 on an instrument without trying it first. It’s been my dream for years to find a source for affordable shamisen so people can start their three-stringed journey with greater ease. And at last, we’ve done it! I present to you, the Beginner’s Shamisen.

Specifications

    • Hosozao Shamisen (Nagauta)
    • Sao: Mitsuori (Three-piece neck)
  • Itomaki: Ebony
  • Skin: Hibiki
  • Wood of Sao and Dou: Karin
    (Note) Darkness/color of wood may vary.

Helpful Videos

Assemble the Beginners Shamisen (Click)
Making the Sawari Effect (Click)

Kyle’s Opinion

Having tested it out myself, I am very happy with the quality of this shamisen. The clear and resonant tone almost surprised me, it’s so nice! The tone gave me great satisfaction, which is something I wasn’t expecting from a shamisen of this price. Unlike other beginner level shamisen, this one sounds like… like a real instrument! Also, the itomaki are made from real wood and the shamisen sparkles with a luscious lacquer, making this a beautiful instrument to admire as you play it. This is a shamisen that sounds great and looks beautiful. If you are ready to start learning, this is the instrument for you. You may pick this shamisen up as a beginner, but you will cherish it for many years to come.

Testimonials

“I’ve been wanting to learn the shamisen for years, and thanks to Bachido, now I’m starting to! I’m really impressed with the quality and sound of this instrument. The videos and Kyle’s book have made learning how to play easy and fun!” – Kristen

“Just ordered one on the weekend cant wait to learn playing it!!” – Christian

“Oh my gosh, I can finally afford one. I just have to wait til after that holidays. YAY!”” – Gizmondo

Accessories NOT Included

Please note that the maker of the Beginner’s Shamisen does not carry accessories (strings, etc), and so they must be ordered separately (available below the order boxes).

Why can’t accessories be combined with the shamisen?

It is because accessories are provided by a separate supplier. In an effort to lower shipping costs, we tried combining accessories with the Beginner’s Shamisen before, but the overall shipping costs became higher than two separate shipments. Thus, it’s actually cheaper for the customer if the accessories and shamisen are shipped separately. Thank you for understanding!

Order your Beginner’s Shamisen!

Special Bonus!

To help you get started with your new Beginner’s Shamisen, 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 Bushi

Note: A Bachido membership (free) is required to access the courses.

(Please allow two weeks for fulfillment)

1 review for The Beginner’s Shamisen

  1. Hayley Gordon –

    I bought mine a few years ago. I love how simple yet beautiful the beginner’s shamisen is. The sound quality is great and it’s fun to play. Recommended for anyone just starting out.

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