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Each kora come with our free Tuition CD. It includes the notation and recordings for four Mandinka tunes.  

 

We only make koras with machine heads, making them much easier to tune. Our koras are approximately 130cm (54") high and have good quality machine heads for ease of tuning. A standard kora has 21 trebles.  We now use the enclosed type, with a lovely smooth mechanism, quality at a reasonable price.

 

The kora bodies are made by Aliou Gassama in Senegal and are of exceptional quality.  The skins are taut and very white, due to his skill and experience.  The skin is treated with a non-toxic, natural infusion that helps the sun bleach the skins.

 

The wood used for the necks and bridge is now normally Beech, as it is very strong yet lighter than Bubinga (the traditional African hardwood) and has a beautiful finish.  Bubinga is available on request so if you particularly want a Bubinga neck please get in touch.

Instrument Sales

High quality, fairly-traded beautiful instruments

Standard

21-string kora

at £450 plus delivery

 

 

Professional 22-string Kora at £700 plus delivery

 

There is also a ‘Kora kit’. Everything you need to assemble your own kora, saving  £100 on the Standard Kora price.