Setar

Setar is one of the truest, the most characteristic instrument of Persian traditional music. Persian Setar Instrument is a small lute, played with a flat pick. Setar is like a western mandolin but with a longer neck. Setar originally had three strings, however it has changed through time, now it has four strings and its frets vary between 22 to 28. Iranian Setar Instrument is played with the index finger’s long nail. When it is strummed, it gives the melody and drone together. Iranian Setar has a soft timbre but sometimes it can become loud and vigorous. If you like the mystical sound of Iranian Setar, we recommend you to check our catalog and pick one of our Setar Instrument through our selection. We ship worldwide, but shipping to Europe, the UK and many other countries is free