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Could you be more specific please.

@ so if I hit it in one place of the skin it will make a nice normal sound but on other places I will hit it and it just doesn’t make a proper sound and it doesn’t get fixed by tuning it

Do you have a thread under the outer ring, as per video, and is it equally placed, so as not too deep and not to shallow?

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 I did put a string in there I will just redo it so it’s equally placed

Hi Michael, if I understand correctly, you are not getting a note after tightening the straps. This is common with some tabla skins. In this case there are 2 possible scenario's... one, is that you simply need to continue tightening and do another round or two of pulling more tension on the strap. This is the most common solution. It often amazes me that even after a few rounds of pulling the sound is still not coming. However, just try to do another round then put the gittis in. Add one strap at a time, do this for all 8 gittis. Then tune, if necessary put another strap on and tune again. If there is still no sound after all the straps are on the gittis, try to repeat the pulling and continue. Normally after placing the straps on the gittis the sound appears. The second possibility is that you may have a dud or damaged tabla skin. In which case you will need to replace the skin.

Thanks very much for taking the time to reply and giving me this advice. I will try it and see what happens.

Hi Hannah, The small strings (jiva) placed between the string and the bridge are used to enhance the sound of the overtones. Once you are happy with the sound, then you leave the jiva in place. Each day, one must check the tuning and the jivas for optimal sound quality.

@ thank you for confirming!

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Unless you put the strings on backwards. Then a left handed person can play normally.

Sorry, I don't understand you.

@jawari5 thanks for Ur explain it s good but a little bit difficult for me 😅😅( i play guitare since 1998 it s most easy to Switch cords

@jawari5 i play Handpan Guitar synth bouzouki and many more If u re curious u re welcome too 🔥🎸🙏

Try not to compare guitar and sitar... they come from different musical systems. They are built according to their system. Sitar uses a modal system (raga) and guitar a harmonic system. Chords and harmony are rare in Indian classical music. In India the restyled slide guitar is used.

Yes, definitely

Thank you for your kind words SK. Good luck with your sarangi.

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 Appreciate it! 🙏🏽

No. The sitar has another type of jawari than the tanpura and does not use threads.

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 yea I do know that, but could I maybe change the sound in an interesting way?

​​@@sinclarhirvela8160 if you want to change the sound timbre on a sitar, you will need to do Jawari. The process will open or close the sound, and can give you better sustain. I am planning to make a video series on how to do jawari. It will be in 2 parts, one part concerning the tanpura, and the other part will be focused on sitar, which is more involved, more difficult to do. Filming should start within a couple of months.

I'm sorry, I don't understand your question. Please rephrase it.

My question is which no. Thread use in male tanpura jawari ?

Answer please

@rishabhlaad1 there are no standard sizes. You must use various thicknesses to see which sound you like the best. Start very thin, then systematically try slightly thicker and thicker until you reach your required sound. Good luck.

You’re welcome 😊

Thank you. You are welcome.

4mm thickness is sufficient. Good luck

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 Thank youuuu! 🙏

Thanks for your kind comments 👍🏼😁

That's a really good question. Simply, if you can't find the loose spot, then it's maybe under the outer surface. If that's the case and not accessible, then there is very little one can do. If the buzz is light, then in accompanying its not really disturbing as it is camouflaged within the music. However, a strong buzz will eventually be disturbing. If still unaccessable, then it will be time to take it to a tabla maker and get a new Shyhai applied, or, replace the complete head with a new skin.

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 Buzz is light, but I think I can manage. Thank you.

I have similar issues with a couple of daya's. Sounds like dust buzzing on the bottom of the shyahi. I'm scared to take out random pieces. Is it possible to order shyahi masala somewhere and rub in a thin layer on top to fill up the tiny cracks??

​@@Music_Ram, I would just like to add that sometimes the buzz maybe not in the shyahi at all, but under the skin where na, ta is played. Sometimes a string is inserted there to open the sound. Removing this string may solve the problem. The buzz can be caused by vibrating dirt under the skin.

Thanks for a good tutorial, I can see moving pieces on my tablas and I’m a little bit scared to take them out, could you glue it without taking away the piece for the same result?

You can buy the strap (badhi) from any tabla maker in India. Make sure you order a good quality... not too thick or too thin. Minimum 10 mtrs long for one dayan. Bayan strap is a little thinner than dayan strap.

@@jawari5Thank you Jawari5, the strap in his is not a leather strap, I’d like to try out the kind he’s showing in the video.

Ask the tabla maker for the synthetic variation.

Hello Shikhar, One can come across various problems with slipping pegs... 1/ use chalk without wax, as wax will tend to slip. 2/ If the problem continues, remove the chalk from the peg with fine sandpaper. You can then try again with wax free chalk or powdered bow rosin. 3/ if the problem it not solved, then clean the inside of the peg holes of chalk or rosin residue. And try again. 4/ check also that the peg hole has no cracks in the wood. This is a common problem and caused by pushing the slipping peg too hard into the peg hole. This needs to be repaired by a professional. I hope this helps you.

Very inventive, dry or wet (damp)?

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 dry scrubber , but the tabla and bayaan skin to be dry too , one shouldn't do immediately after playing. for the siyahi it is also possible to clean and make it as new , using a beeswax , atiny drop on the cloth ,makes it remove dust and dry sweat on the siyahi .

Absolutely, it's a shame that it is not a standard item on dayans.

Absolutely, it's a shame that it is not a standard item on dayans.

Thank you for your very informative reaction 🙏🏼

I have the metal rings made by a friend of mine. Make sure that you add 1½ cm . inside measurement to ensure there is room for the strap/badhi.

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 thanks for your reply, can your friend make rings for me as well? I would prefer 3 different sizes. Please pass your friend’s contact number thanks.🙏

Where are you based?

Basically every situation is different. My advice is to buy all kinds of threads and thicknesses and experiment. You will find your own personal preferences.

@@tosslevyindianmusicalinstr5507 tanpura tuning is quite difficult for me ....what should I do ,if you can give me some tips..I am tuning it with help of electronic tanpura

Hello Subodh, It's extremely difficult to explain this in words. This is a short explanation, to get you started. Be patient as this is a difficult process and you will get better with pratice. It is also a question of the musicians ability to listen to the tanpura string and copy the note you hear as precisely as possible on your own instrument. I find it easier if you tune a string up to the note. In other words start the tuning in a slightly lower note and slowly tune up until the two notes "melt together". This has helpt me. The other thing to mention is the importance of physical process of tuning. I often use a chromatic tuner to help me. The precision of the ear is better but the tuner does help a lot. Once you are close to the "melting point" using the tuning peg, we fix the peg so it wont slip. We follow by checking the tuner. Firstly, if the tone is too high, we pull or press the string. Then the tone will drop. Then using the peg we tighten up a fraction. Repeat this untill the sting tuning becomes stable. The next step is the fine tuning. It is done as follows... basically the bead is mostly used for tuning up and the pressing or rubbing of the string will lower the tone . Keep this in mind. Once the string is plucked check the chromatic tuner until you achieve stability of the required note. Continue this process on all strings. Once the tuning is completed, the jiva process can begin. I hope this helps you. I may make a video of this process in the future.

Thanks again! Mr SH

Thank you SH 🙏🏼

Thank you so much for your comment Arvind

Hello Amrit, Thank you for your comment. Yes, you can use the existing strap if it is in good condition only. That means no weak spots that may break under high tension. Also, it should not be too thick or too thin, and it should have a minimal length of 10,5 meters. If you find the strap too rough, then one can smooth it down by using a rough grained sand paper.

Your welcome Joe

I totally agree 👍🏼

@srikaaant Thx for your info. I used Akbar Miyan skins for many years. I was impressed with their constant good quality.

Hello Prajukta, thank you for enquiring. Just go to a good music store and buy the solid violin bow rosin. I usually take a small plastic bag with the click system. I put half of the solid rosin in the bag and with a hammer gently hit the rosin until it is completely powered. Then I put the powder in a small container. This is very cheap and it lasts for years. I prefer it to chalk, as some chalk has added wax. Please remember to use the rosin sparingly. If you use too much, remove it lightly with a fine sand paper and try again. Good luck

Thanks for your reaction. I am considering making a series of video's on the Jawari. Unfortunately, there is a shroud of secrecy surrounding this subject, and it is upheld in the Indian instrument makers tradition. However, it seems to be a dying trade, and apparently its difficult to find the real top builders who will do a great job. It is their right to have a trade secret, but if we want it to survive, I feel the real knowledge should be shared. I will discuss this subject with my fellow craftsmen.

Thats why I made this video, just follow the steps , then you will get it right. No more nightmares, just sweet dreams.

Working with synthetic straps is the same process. Leep every thing equal tension, and balanced sound. Logically, cut the beginning of the strap to a point then burn it to stop it fraying.

Its my pleasure Javier

Thank you sir

You're welcome sir.

Hello Pranav, I'm afraid I can't help you for the US, I'm based in Europe and I personally use German strings. Roslau for steel strings and Jahn for phosphor bronze.

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Your welcome

You're welcome!

Haha, your very creative. However, I do suggest that you use either fishing nylon line, about 0.60mm thick , or the sitar fret thread available from any instrument maker in India, or from India-Instruments in Berlin, Germany. www.india-instruments.com/sitar-accessories-details/frets-fret-silk.html