MID-EAST 7-COURSE DESCANT LUTE (LACEWOOD)
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Our 7-Course Descant Lute is a diminutive lute with a short neck, characterized by the term “descant,” which denotes its size, placing it above the alto lutes. It features 13 nylon strings in seven courses, with a scale length of 19.75 inches (500mm). The suggested tuning for this lute is: A4, E4/E4, B3/B3, G3/G3, D4/D3, A3/A2, G3/G2.
The lute’s body is crafted from LACEWOOD staves, creating a classic bowl back. The neck is made of LACEWOOD, adorned with eight tied nylon frets and a ROSEWOOD fret board. The peg box is intricately decorated with LACEWOOD, featuring ROSEWOOD tuners. The soundboard is constructed from European spruce, complemented by a ROSEWOOD bridge and ROSEWOOD end pin.
The European lute has a rich history, originating in instrumental music from the early Renaissance to the late Baroque periods. Its exact origins are uncertain, but it is believed to have a common ancestor in the Egyptian oud. Evidence suggests the presence of the lute in Europe as early as the 12th century, but it gained widespread popularity during the 15th century, experiencing a decline in usage around 1800. The lute experienced a resurgence with the early music movement of the 20th century, leading to its continued growth in popularity.
Physical Dimensions:
- Body/Bowl: 25 inches in length, 5.75 inches in height, and 10.25 inches in width
- Scale Length: 19.75 inches
- Fingerboard Width: 2 inches