Haft Dastgah Persian Santour Crafted by Foroughi, Behrad, and Zolani for Advanced Players

The Persian Santour is an ancient and revered instrument with roots tracing back to Mesopotamia. Over the centuries, it has evolved into a core instrument of Persian classical music, renowned for its rich overtones, melodic depth, and expressive versatility. The Haft Dastgah Santour is specifically designed to accommodate the full range of Haft Dastgah, the seven modal systems of Radif, making it an ideal choice for professional musicians and dedicated students of Persian music.

This particular handmade santour, crafted by Foroughi, Behrad, and Zolani, integrates an innovative design that enables performers to play all Persian musical modes without re-tuning the strings—a groundbreaking feature that significantly enhances its practicality in live performances and extended practice sessions.

Key Features & Design

1. Innovative Tuning & Mode Adaptability

One of the most striking aspects of this santour is its tuning flexibility. Unlike traditional santours that require frequent re-tuning when switching between dastgahs, this model incorporates a special structural design that allows musicians to seamlessly transition across all seven Dastgahs without altering the string tension. This is especially valuable for professional players who need a quick and effortless shift between musical modes.

2. Superior Craftsmanship & Materials

• Walnut Wood Construction:
  • The body is handcrafted from high-quality walnut, chosen for its exceptional acoustic properties and durability.
  • Walnut enhances the warmth, depth, and sustain of the santour’s sound.
• Fine Metal Strings:
  • 72 strings, grouped in quadruples.
  • Bass strings: Made of brass or copper for a deep, resonant tone.
  • Treble strings: Made of steel, producing a crisp and bright sound.
• Precision Bridges (Kharak):
  • 9 bridges on each side, enabling a full range of 27 playable notes.
  • The bridge placement is optimized for tuning stability and resonance, ensuring even tonal distribution across the instrument.

3. Sound & Performance

• Tonal Quality:
  • A rich, warm, and resonant sound with distinct overtones.
  • The instrument is highly responsive to dynamic playing, allowing for both soft, delicate melodies and powerful, percussive passages.
• Ideal for:
  • Solo Performances: The santour’s expressive tone and resonance make it an excellent choice for solo improvisations.
  • Ensemble Settings: It blends beautifully with instruments such as the ney, kamanche, tar, setar, violin, and tonbak, making it an essential instrument in Persian ensembles.

Included Accessories

To ensure a complete playing experience, this santour comes with:

• Hard Case: A durable protective case for safe transport and storage. Random Case color.
• Pair of Mallets (Mezrab): Specially designed to provide precision, control, and dynamic expression.
• Tuning Wrench: Allows for easy fine-tuning adjustments when needed.

Dimensions & Specifications

• Length: 105 cm
• Width: 29 cm
• Height: 6 cm

Why Choose This Santour?

•  Play all Haft Dastgah modes without retuning
•  High-quality walnut wood for superior sound
•  Rich, resonant tone suitable for professionals
•  Beautiful handcrafted design with precise tuning

This Haft Dastgah Santour is a perfect investment for serious musicians, music students, and professional performers who need an instrument with maximum tonal flexibility, exquisite craftsmanship, and deep cultural authenticity.