What it is
- An erhu made of Black Sandalwood with a distinct Shanghai tone
- Made by Hu Han Rou – one of the finest Erhu makers in China
At a glance
Lush and warm tone with excellent playability
Playability: |
Demanding |
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Easy |
Volume: |
Soft |
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Loud |
*Sweetness: |
Brash |
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Sweet |
Richness: |
Thin |
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Rich |
Articulation: |
Muddy |
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Articulate |
Tone Focus: |
Diffused |
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Focused |
*Warmth: |
Brilliant |
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Warm |
*Cleanness: |
Grainy |
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Clean |
High Notes: |
Muffled |
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Clear |
Threshold: |
Weak |
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Strong |
*Snakeskin: |
Loose |
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Tight |
(*Please note that 1 does not necessarily mean it is bad, just the other end of the spectrum)
Suitable for
- Beginners who want an erhu by a famous maker
- Intermediate players looking for an upgrade
Why you should buy it
- Made by Hu Han Rou, arguably the best Erhu maker in Shanghai
- Its well made and sounds good
Why some might not want it
- Entry level model of Hu Han Rou Erhus, lacking a bit of sweetness
About the Maker
- Hu Han Rou is a famous Shanghai erhu maker that has received numerous accolades for her high quality of erhu construction.
- She is currently a member of the China Erhu Association.
- She is the top disciple of the late master erhu maker Wang Gen Xing. Click here to read more about her.
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