Kumbengo Koras

Professional-Grade Instruments

 

Kumbengo Koras specializes in the production of modern-style, concert level, professional koras.

Our instruments are available in two styles (classic and chromatic) and in four sizes (small, medium, large and x-large), with a number of custom options.

Every kora from our shop is built using the same high quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship, regardless of style, size or price.

Prices range from 1350.-US$/1225.-€/800 000cfa to 3900.-US$/3500.-€/2,300 000cfa

Also visit the Gallery to view many more Kumbengo Koras

 

 

 

SPECS:

Model: Pro
Serial #:
Cost: starting at $1350.-US

TUNING:

Key: F (can be transposed as high as A)
Scale: heptatonic
Range: F2 – A5 (87.307 Hz – 880Hz)
Note Layout: Traditional

STRINGS:

Number: 21 (22nd String Bb2 optional, inquire about additional)
Material: Nylon, Nylon Wound
String Gauge: for more information, click here

PICKUP SYSTEM:

Brand: Optional, for more information, click here
Pre-amp:
Pickups:

NECK:

Wood Species: Maple or Mahogany Core
Construction: Solid or re-inforced w. Carbon Fiber
DesignClassic (Slotted) or Chromatic (Solid)
Inlay: Optional
Veneer: Optional
Finish: French Polish

TUNERS:

Brand: Grover Sta-Tite
Turn Ratio: 14:1 or 18:1
Material: Nickel Plated Steel, Gold Plating Optional

GOURD:

Size: X-small to X-large
Decoration: Optional

Stain: Optional

FASTENERS:

Type: Screws
Material: Nickel Plated Steel, Brass Optional

SOUND TOP:

Material: Cow-skin, inquire about other available species
Country of Origin: Various
Thickness: Various

BARS:

Wood Species: Mahogany, Maple, inquire about other options
Surface: Textured or Turned
Finish: French Polish

BRIDGE:

Wood Species: Maple, inquire about other options
Style: Beveled
Finish: French Polish

BRIDGE PLATE:

Wood Species: Maple
Finish: French Polish

TAILPIECE:

Style: Trapeze
Material: Steel

Classic Koras:

Chromatic Koras: