Reviews
David Keustermans (Belgium) bought a 60' Vintage Hiren Roy sitar
Hi Sergi,
You can be sure I'll be playing it as much as possible! :-D
Thank you again for the opportunity to buy such a beautiful sitar. I never dreamed to find anything like it.
Cheers,
David.
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Stefano Barazetti (Italy) bought Lotus Teak from Radhey Shyam
Good news Sergi !
Waiting from you I went in your site and I tried to enlarge photos
Nothing in the lotus teack section but finally I found the right picture with so loved bone pins.
So not intuition from my side but EMULATION !
THE SOUND
Can you believe me if I say that the sound is exactly what was in my mind ?
It’s a magic situation. Now the sound is a bit nasally but good soustain and delicate approach
Complete harmony : I see the direction of sound evolution. I tuned only the first taraf in C sharp and the resonance was great.I can’t believe to reactivity of micro tuners. It’s an other planet.
But talking on magic and miracles it’s really clear to me that the best miracle are you Sergi.
I have been in Varanasi . In its absolute energy and chaos you make it happen instruments with so high standard and this is very important role with indian people who are very innocent and can be very easiliy charmed from money forgetting creativity. In a sense for the indian artisans you are a GUARDIAN ANGEL !
To you
Stefano
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Samuel Bornand (France) bought a Hiren Roy s 60's sitar:
Hello Sergi,
I'm very happy with the instrument it's a rare piece, excellent quality, and now I can hear the sound coming more everyday!!! You make excellent job, thank you so much!!!! And It's great what you do with ShangalIndia, may god bless you!!
It was great to deal with you, keep in touch and take care!!
Kindest regards
Samuel
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Ben Z (USA) bought a P and Brothers 60's sitar:
I don't write reviews often (if ever) but I really felt compelled to write one for my last purchase. I had been looking into buying a sitar for quite some time but, unfortunately, never quite had the funds. There were a few places online that were selling domestically (U.S.) but the price, wait time and quality of the sitars offered at home didn't justify a purchase. I stumbled upon sitarencat down the line on the hunt for a vintage sitar. To be completely honest, between the selection of quality vintage instruments and the amazing prices, I thought it was too good to be true. I couldn't have been more wrong! The customer support was easily the best I've ever experienced. I didn't know too much about sitars going in but Sergi thoroughly helped me through every step. The sitar arrived within 2 weeks of purchase in literally the best packaging I have ever seen in my life. The sitar was in a case wrapped in layer after layer of thick protective foam and then tightly covered in what looked like a vinyl covering sewn together to perfectly match the shape of the case + foam...incredible. The sitar looks and sounds great as confirmed by a close friend who has been playing for decades and I couldn't be happier. I might just have to come back for one of those deluxe series sitars after I get my chops up on the beauty I currently have.
Kevin Moth (U.K)
Hi Sergi
The parcel arrived today at my place of works - no problems with customs.
Total 3 of Dayan heads and 1 of Bayan head complete with 4 sets of straps
as ordered.
Many thanks. I will be in touch if I need anything else. Also will give
you feedback on how they sound when I get around to putting them on.
Best regards
Kevin
Iksit Gadhia (U.K)
Hello Sergi,
Just to let you know that parcel force delivered the case to me thismorning at 7.15 am !!
lookout for reasonably priced vintage sitars , let me know if you
see anything special!
If you are interested I can send you pictures of my sitar, its a
one-of-a-kind , probably the last sitar made by Bishan Das,
Iksit
Christian Fischer-Shiedat (GERMANY):
Hello again Sergi, so the Eagle finally has landed, just a little delay caused by our customs as expected, otherwise everything worked just perfect! The upper tumba is just beautifull, perfectly matching with my vintage Sitar, really great work! Also I was very impressed by your ultra-professional packaging/ shipping. So let me thank you again very, very much, please let the luthiers know that I´m very happy with their work! All the best, sincerely yours Christian
Carlos Bricio (SPAIN):
Hola Sergi,
Esta misma mañana he ido a Correos a recoger el Sitar (Kharaj Pancham Student). Tanto el instrumento como los componentes estaban en buenas condiciones, y tras tres horas afinando, he conseguido tocar un poquito y todo! La verdad es que es una preciosidad de instrumento, aunque va a llevar algo de tiempo hacer el callo para poder tocar bien. ¡Estoy encantado!
Mikko Fontaine (FRANCE):
Merci, j'ai bien reçu l'étui, impecable, pour le Javari pas de problème j'attendrais, ce n'est pas urgent.
cordialement
Mikko
Marcos Monteiro (USA):
Hi Sergi!
Yes I'm pretty pleased with my sitar (Kharaj Pancham TeakRose)...is everything I'd hoped for..well that's why my choice was to get it from you!! I knew in my heart I was purchasing a professional well made beautiful instrument...is in beautifull shape...They are simply amazing artisans!!! what a gorgeous instrument! I play several different string instruments...decided to play the sitar this time...Yeah I agree..,the sound will open up once the instrument has matured and played a little longer and will get better and better with time..a little more challenging to play but... I'll do it! thanks for sending me those DVD's! They will be helpfull and thanks for being in touch and understanding...It has been a pleasure doing business with you...thanks again
kind regards,
Marcos
Victor M.Cabello (Córdoba): Cliente y amigo que adquirió un sitar Nitai Chandra Teakrose Profesional de Varanasi Series y una tabla machine Radel Digi-100.
Perdona por no haberte avisado antes! me ha llegado a las 6 largas mientras me he puesto a desembalarlo y demás no me he dado cuenta del tiempo…
Todo Perfecto!! El embalaje 10, enhorabuena! eres todo un profesional! Respecto al sitar, terminación y construcción 10 también...ahora se porque no se le podría poner un soporte de calabaza convencional...seria matarlo…jejeje…
Se ve un sitar muy bien construido y acabado...es precioso!...lo he estado chequeando un poco por encima y tiene un buen sustain al tirar de la cuerda y coger tonos...me gusta...es una gran pieza en todos los sentidos!!
La funda de terciopelo genial y la fiberglass chapó también...Gracias por la bolsita con los accesorios! y por el Libro, de ahí mirare para tocarle pues el Jawari...
La tabla ok! y los jawaris...
Muy contento y agradecido! y me sigues teniendo por supuesto de cliente!
Seguimos en contacto, cuídate y Un Abrazo!
Jordi Navarro(Barcelona): Que adquirió un sitar Nitai Chandra Gandhar Pancham Profesional de Varanasi Series.
Gracias de nuevo! Acabo de recibir el sitar es precioso y el sonido….. increíble! Realmente la espera valió la pena!!!! Ahora mi viejo sitar parece una broma al lado de esta maravilla……te estoy realmente agradecido, de verdad.
Muchas gracias por tu trato y sobretodo agradecerte tu atención y profesionalidad que has mantenido en todo momento. Estamos en contacto y hasta pronto!!
Javier Calderón (Valladolid): Cliente que adquirió un sitar Nitai Chandra Teakwood Profesional de Varanasi Series con funda Nirmal.
Simplemente espectacular! Mejor de lo que lo había imaginado y el color de la madera y sus grabados tremendos. Se ve bien construido y muy sólido. La funda nirmal a la altura del instrumento. Lo he estado tocando un par de horas y me fascina su sonido, no hay color con los sitares que había probado hasta el momento. Te mantendré informado de mis progresos…jejejejejjeje….muchísimas gracias por tus atenciones…….y los accesorios! que me olvidaba……gracias de nuevo! Nos vemos y si algún día pasas por Valladolid ya sabes, tienes un amigo! chao!
Knud Rasmussen (denmark): Adquirió un sitar Bengal Kala Profesional de Kolkatta Series.
Just wonderful man!!And sounds amazing!!!! Congratulations for your webpage and your work! Byebye!
Merce Tor (Barcelona): Adquirió un set de tablas Mumtaj con bayan de bronce.
Namasteeeee!!!! Ya me han llegado las tablas!! La virgeeeeeeeeeeeeen que pasooooooon!! Suenan de puta madre! Que ni las hubiera escogido yo misma! Estoy suuuuper contenta y agradecida que me hayas traído este material tan bueno! Llevo toda la tarde disfrutando de su sonido y su acabado! En definitiva, que gracias chaval, que no tengo ninguna duda que te has convertido en mi intermediario pa cualquier cosa que necesite! Ya te iré comentando ahora te dejo que me voy a practicar un ratito. Gracias por los links que me pasaste. Te mando luego ese enlace!
Daniel Gomariz (Valencia): Adquirió un sitar Nitai Chandra Gandhar Pancham Profesional de Varanasi Series.
Pues estoy de acuerdo contigo amigo. Lo primero que me ha impresionado ha sido el sustain del sitar, es increíble lo que aguanta la nota y aparte los estiramientos de 5 notas se realizan con facilidad sin desafinarse…….muy contento con la compra, de veras….la verdad es que no había oído antes sobre sitares Nitai Chandra pero a mi juicio como bien dices no tienen nada que envidiar a otros constructores, estoy muy muy satisfecho con la compra de veras, continuaremos en contacto, te doy las gracias por tu seriedad y honestidad al asesorarme en esta compra. Lo dicho….hasta luego!!
Rainer Schödel (München, Alemania): Adquirió un sitar Nitai Chandra Kharaj Pancham profesional de Varanasi Series.
Hallo! Ich habe schon die Sitar gekriegt! Die ist ja super, ganz guten und ausgezeichneten Klang, ich bin so sehr zufrienden und bedanke mich ganz herzlich! Was für eine professionelle Arbeit! Ich hätte gerne noch einen anderen Bezug, den ich für einen Freund als Geschenk kriegen möchte. Vielen Dank nochmal und wir bleiben in Verbindung.
Mari Blasi (Helsinki, Findland): Adquirió un Sarangi profesional de Kolkatta Series.
Hi there! I got already the Sarangi, just two days before the concert starts!!!! My God! I was so worried that I don’t get it at time! But you were punctual as you promised! Thanks mate! And thank you overall for the excellent instrument you sent, excellent sound, excellent beauty! Take care.
Jordi Prats (Barcelona): Adquirió una funda Nirmal para sarod.
Iep! Molt guapa la funda, va que ni pintada amb el sarod i sí, pesa bastant menys a la que tenia abans. Moltes gracies de nou!Dew andrew!
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