Ektara Musical Instrument
The Ektara is simple and fun to play. One string can be made to give a range of tones by applying pressure at various points along the neck. Gopiyantro, often called ektara, means one string and that is the most popular instrument for a Baul singer. Baul is one of the few widely known and appreciated types of folk music in Bengal. Baul is not only a kind of music; it is basically a Bengali spiritual faction.
 Ektara Tenor |
The Tenor Ektara is 6 inches x 30 inches, one string can be made to give a range of tones by applying pressure at various points along the neck. Simple and fun to play. Made in India. |
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 Ektara Soprano |
Soprano Ektara is 5 inches x 23 inches, simple and fun to play, one string can be made to give a range of tones by applying pressure at various points along the neck. Simple and fun to play. Made in India. |
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 Ektara Case |
The body is very solid and balanced. One of the knobs does not seem to do much. It is very glossy and looks sharp. |
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