1 1

Qanun

Qanun

Dhs. 2,599.00 AED
Dhs. 2,599.00 AED
Sale Sold out
Professional Arabic Qanun Kanun Walnut by El Tarab | Ethnic ...
The qanun is a Middle Eastern, trapezoidal-shaped string instrument, related to the zither, featuring 78 nylon strings stretched over a wooden soundboard. Played by plucking the strings with finger-mounted plectra, the qanun's sound is known for its delicate and melodious tones. A key feature is a system of small levers that players can adjust with their left hand to fine-tune the pitch and enable microtonal adjustments for different musical modes, or maqams. 
Key Features

  • Shape and Construction: The qanun has a flat, trapezoid-shaped hollow soundbox, typically made from walnut wood. 
  • Strings: It has 78 strings, arranged in sets of three for each note, though the lowest notes may have two strings. 
  • Plectra: Players use small, flexible plectra, often worn on the index fingers, to pluck the strings. 
  • Bridge: The strings pass over a raised bridge supported by a section of fish skin. 
  • Tuning Levers (Mandals): A complex system of levers, or mandals, allows for quick and precise microtonal adjustments, which are essential for playing various Arab, Turkish, and Armenian musical scales (maqams). 
  • Sound: The qanun produces delicate, melodious, and expressive tonal qualities, with a large range of 3 octaves and a fifth. 
Playing the Qanun

  • Posture: The instrument rests on the player's lap or on a table. 
  • Plucking: The strings are plucked by the plectra on the fingers of the right hand, and the left hand is used to manipulate the tuning levers. 
  • Versatility: The qanun can be played solo or as part of a traditional ensemble, adapting to a variety of musical styles. 
Origin and Cultural Significance

  • History: The qanun has a long history, possibly descending from the ancient Egyptian harp and is related to the psaltery and zither. 
  • Heading
  • Heading
  • Heading
View full details

tabby Pay 4 interrest - free payments

go to the payment page ➡

Product Product subtotal Quantity Price Product subtotal
Qanun
Qanun
Qanun
Dhs. 2,599.00/ea		 Dhs. 0.00
Dhs. 2,599.00/ea Dhs. 0.00