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This model is our version of the popular Kamale Ngoni.
It features 13 nylon strings, enough for two octaves of pentatonic or blues scales.
We use 3/4 gourds from Africa for the bodies, with a sound top from domestic cowhide.
It features solid, necks, 14:1 Grover tuners and eyebolt tailpieces.
To check if we have any 13-string Models in stock, click here
If you would like to order an instrument, contact us at info@kumbengokoras.com
For more information about ordering, click here
For information about shipping, click here
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SPECS:
Model: 13-String
Serial #:
Cost: starting at 950.-US$
TUNING:
Key: F-A
Scale:
Range:
Note Layout: Alternating
Handedness: Right/Left
STRINGS:
Number: 13
Material: Nylon
String Gauge: Light/Medium
PICKUPS:
Brand: Optional
Pre-amp:
Pickups:
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NECK:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Construction: Solid
Design: Solid
Inlay: No
Veneer: N0
Finish: French Polish
TUNERS:
Brand: Grover Sta-Tite
Turn Ratio: 14:1
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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Body:
Size: 3/4 Gourd
Country of Origin: Mali, Senegal, Nigeria
Decoration: No
FASTENERS:
Type: Screws w. Finish Washers
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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SOUND TOP:
Material: Cowskin
Country of Origin: USA
Thickness: Thin / Medium
BARS:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Surface: Textured
Finish: French Polish
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BRIDGE:
Wood Species: Maple
Style: Beveled
Finish: French Polish
BRIDGE PLATE:
Wood Species: Maple
Finish: French Polish
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TAILPIECE:
Style: Eyebolt
Material: Galvanized Steel
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This model is inspired by the late Kamale Ngoni master Vieux Kante.
It features 13 steel strings, enough for two full octaves of the blues scale.
The body is constructed from vintage 1 1/2 gal Eagle brand gasoline cans, with a sound top from domestic cowhide.
It features solid, non-reinforced necks, 14:1 Grover tuners and chrome plated tailpieces.
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SPECS:
Model: Eagle
Serial #:
Cost: starting at 850.-US$
TUNING:
Key: F-A
Scale:
Range:
Note Layout: Alternating
Handedness: Right/Left
STRINGS:
Number: 13
Material: Steel, (Nylon optional)
String Gauge: Light/Medium
PICKUPS:
Brand: Optional
Pre-amp:
Pickups:
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NECK:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Construction: Solid
Design: Solid
Inlay: No
Veneer: N0
Finish: French Polish
TUNERS:
Brand: Grover Sta-Tite
Turn Ratio: 14:1
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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Body:
Size: Vintage Eagle Brand Gasoline Can
Country of Origin: U.S.A.
Decoration: No
FASTENERS:
Type: Screws w. Finish Washers
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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SOUND TOP:
Material: Cowskin
Country of Origin: USA
Thickness: Thin / Medium
BARS:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Surface: Textured
Finish: French Polish
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BRIDGE:
Wood Species: Maple
Style: Beveled
Finish: French Polish
BRIDGE PLATE:
Wood Species: Maple
Finish: French Polish
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TAILPIECE:
Style: Trapeze
Material: Chrome Plated Steel
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This model is inspired by the late Kamale Ngoni master Vieux Kante.
It features 13 steel strings, enough for two full octaves of the blues scale.
The body is constructed from vintage 1 1/2 gal Eagle brand gasoline cans, with a sound top from domestic cowhide.
It features solid, non-reinforced necks, 14:1 Grover tuners and chrome plated tailpieces.
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SPECS:
Model: Eagle
Serial #:
Cost: starting at 850.-US$
TUNING:
Key: F-A
Scale:
Range:
Note Layout: Alternating
Handedness: Right/Left
STRINGS:
Number: 13
Material: Steel, (Nylon optional)
String Gauge: Light/Medium
PICKUPS:
Brand: Optional
Pre-amp:
Pickups:
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NECK:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Construction: Solid
Design: Solid
Inlay: No
Veneer: N0
Finish: French Polish
TUNERS:
Brand: Grover Sta-Tite
Turn Ratio: 14:1
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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Body:
Size: Vintage Eagle Brand Gasoline Can
Country of Origin: U.S.A.
Decoration: No
FASTENERS:
Type: Screws w. Finish Washers
Material: Nickel Plated Steel
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SOUND TOP:
Material: Cowskin
Country of Origin: USA
Thickness: Thin / Medium
BARS:
Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple
Surface: Textured
Finish: French Polish
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BRIDGE:
Wood Species: Maple
Style: Beveled
Finish: French Polish
BRIDGE PLATE:
Wood Species: Maple
Finish: French Polish
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TAILPIECE:
Style: Trapeze
Material: Chrome Plated Steel
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