Monoj Kumar Sardar large C3
The shrutibox MKS large C3 is a heavier box with a particularly balanced, warm, full sound.
The large frame provides a much larger bellows volume as compared to smaller models, which permits an accurate dosing of air supply. In this way, the sound can be kept constant effortlessly even when three notes are played simultaneously. Additionally, the volume can be varied considerably wider and finer from evenly tender and low to constantly powerful loud. The larger resonating chamber provides moreover for a somewhat fuller overall sound. Despite its larger dimensions and heaviness, MKS shrutibox large can still be taken around without any difficulty. Only if you have to carry a lot of other stuff and if you are travelling by public transport or by foot, shape and weight might become inconvenient.
Can be played with Bowring foot pedal.
Sound sample MKS large C3
- octave in C major scale
- three-note chord C-E-G
13 chromatically tuned notes from c to c' (C3 to C4 in scientific terms); frame made of solid teak wood; surfaces with silk mat synthetic varnish; side parts made of laminated wood; feet, handle and latch made of metall; valves made of plastic; bellows made of cardboard with leather blockings; including sturdy bag.
MONOJ KUMAR SARDAR & BROTHERS is a third generation manufactory-like instrument making and trading business in the old city of Kolkata. The four namesake brothers are all skilled instrument makers, each specialising in different instruments. At Monoj Kumar Sardar, you can get almost everything that is made in India - partly from their own production, partly from suppliers. We have been working with Monoj Kumar Sardar since India Instruments was founded in 1994.
This shrutibox model has 13 chromatic notes from c to c' (C3 to C4 in scientific terms). Each of the twelve halftones occurs at least once in this range. To achieve a full sound, an additional fifth or fourth up or down can be played together with each note, offering multiple possibilities of tonics and harmonies.
This shrutibox is tuned in equal temperament to the western concert pitch a - either with 440 Hertz standard or with 432 Hertz. However, shrutiboxes are not digital instruments - room temperature and blowing pressure influence the actual pitch of the sound. This is why the shrutibox can sometimes sound slightly higher or lower. The difference is usually so small that even trained ears will not notice it.
We are happy to fulfill special tuning requests on request for an additional charge.
Measure: 41 x 33 x 9 cm, weight: 4.4 kg
Each instrument is individually hand-crafted and might differ from our description.