N’goni (16-string African harp-lute) – professional grade

Description

N’goni (16-String professional African lute) – Handmade musical excellence

The N’goni is a legendary West African instrument, known for its hypnotic, harp-like tones and deep cultural roots in Mali, Burkina Faso and Guinea. This professional-grade version features:

✔ 16 High-quality guitar strings – Precision-tuned for rich, resonant melodies.
✔ Calabash gourd resonator – Enhances acoustic projection for a warm, vibrant sound.
✔ Goat skin soundboard – Stretched for optimal durability and tonal clarity.
✔ Hand-carved hardwood neck – Smooth playability with traditional geometric carvings.

Diameter of the gourd: 32 cm

The height: 112 cm

Weight: 3 kg

Used by griots (traditional storytellers) and modern world musicians, the N’goni bridges ancient traditions and contemporary fusion. Whether for live performances, studio recording or cultural preservation or even with family at house this instrument is a masterpiece of African craftsmanship.