{"id":1970,"date":"2021-02-11T08:13:55","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T08:13:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/uncategorized\/the-beginners-set-what-you-need-to-play-shamisen\/"},"modified":"2025-11-13T18:46:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T18:46:59","slug":"the-beginners-set-what-you-need-to-play-shamisen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/en\/basics\/the-beginners-set-what-you-need-to-play-shamisen\/","title":{"rendered":"The Beginner&#8217;s Set: What You Need to Play Shamisen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">When buying an instrument, one normally assumes that one automatically has everything needed. Unfortunately, especially with shamisen, this is often not the case, and non-playable packages are sold without informing the enthusiastic shamisen buyer about the gaps. Since some sellers simply have no idea about what they are actually offering, it is &#8211; as always &#8211; best if you yourself know what you want and need. I wrote this article precisely for this purpose. So learn here what a shamisen set should contain at minimum, and which options make sense next.    <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">The Minimal Set<\/h2>\n<p>A complete Shamisen starter set can be kept very minimal at the beginning. To play songs on the instrument, little is needed. However, if the Shamisen is to remain beautiful, it must be maintained and stored properly. I present here various levels, starting with the minimal set, which can then be gradually supplemented.   <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>intact <a href=\"https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/product-category\/shamisen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shamisen<\/a>: the instrument itself<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/zubehoer\/#neo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">neo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/strings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">strings<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/koma\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">koma<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/bachi-de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bachi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/accessories\/yubisuri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">yubisuri<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>For me, an anti-slip mat (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product\/dougomu-brown\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">dougomu<\/a>) is also a must.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>The instrument must have intact tuning pegs, intact skins (a tear on the back is playable but sounds somewhat &#8220;empty&#8221;), and the kamigoma (metal nut) must not be missing. For beginners, understanding which components affect playability is not always obvious. In fact, many used instruments are sold with missing kamigoma or itomaki (tuning pegs) or with broken parts.  <\/div>\n<div>When purchasing a shamisen from a specialized store, you can generally expect it to be free from damage that affects playability. However, the base price in stores typically includes only the intact instrument without any of the smaller essential components like the neo, strings, etc. <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NEO.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;NEO&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||-1px|||&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/zubehoer\/#neo&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>neo<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/KOMA.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;KOMA&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/koma-de\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>koma<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/ITO_ICHI-NO.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;ITO_ICHI NO&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/saiten\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>string<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/YUBISURI.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;YUBISURI&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt\/yubisuri\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>yubisuri<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/BACHI-Holz.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;BACHI wood&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/bachi-de\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Bachi<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/DOUGOMU.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;DOUGOMU&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/zubehoer\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>dougomu<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">Protection for Natural Skin<\/h2>\n<div>For those with natural skin on their shamisen, a <b>doukake<\/b> (decorative cover) and a <b>washi bag<\/b> are extremely important. The skin should be protected as much as possible, as loose or torn skin significantly affects playability and is expensive to replace. The doukake prevents player sweat and oils from damaging the skin, while the washi bag protects the skin from humidity fluctuations when storing the instrument.   <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/WASHIBAG.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;washi bag | shamisen-zentrale.de&#8221; title_text=&#8221;WASHIBAG&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/aufbewahrung\/#weiche&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-19px|||||&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>washi bag<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-Nr.-1-Dou-mit-Doukake-1.jpg&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;25px||||false|false&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>doukake<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">Additional Protection and Care<\/h2>\n<div>The skin is particularly delicate, but the rest of the instrument also requires care. Tenjin caps are useful for protecting the headpiece from accidental knocks against doorframes or furniture. Since the tenjin is a long and delicate part, it is surprisingly easy to chip a piece off, which\u2014while not affecting the sound\u2014is aesthetically unpleasing.     <\/div>\n<div>After each playing session, the shamisen should be cleaned with a soft cloth. I highly recommend the Japanese <b>tsuyafukin<\/b>, a premium cloth that not only cleans but also polishes the shamisen\u2019s wood. It is machine washable and long-lasting. However, any soft cloth that does not cause scratches is better than nothing.   <\/div>\n<div>Once cleaned, the shamisen should not be left exposed but at least covered. For authenticity, a <b><a href=\"https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/en\/basics\/well-protected-the-nagabukuro\/\" rev=\"en_rl_none\">nagabukuro<\/a><\/b> (long protective sleeve) is ideal. <i>  <\/i>This is the simplest and first layer of protection for a shamisen. Wrapping the instrument in a nagabukuro after playing shields it from dust and loose debris inside its case.  <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/TSUYAFUKIN.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;TSUYAFUKIN&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; transform_scale=&#8221;60%|60%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-85px||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/aufbewahrung\/#pflege&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-80px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>tsuyafukin<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/NAGABUKURO-FERTIG-shamisen-zentrale.de_.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;nagabukuro | shamisen-zentrale.de&#8221; title_text=&#8221;NAGABUKURO DONE | shamisen-zentrale.de&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; filter_brightness=&#8221;125%&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>nagabukuro<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">Transport<\/h2>\n<div>If you plan to transport your shamisen outside your home, simply wrapping it in a nagabukuro is not enough. Instead, it should be stored in a <b>hard<\/b> or<b> soft case<\/b>. These cases, made from durable, impact-resistant, and water-repellent materials, provide reliable protection. Additionally, soft and hard cases offer space for all necessary accessories. Some cases even come with backpack-style straps for easy carrying.   <\/div>\n<div>For those who travel light and own a mitsuori shamisen (a shamisen with a neck that disassembles into three parts), a mitsuori case is recommended. There is also a corresponding nagabukuro version for storing the individual components separately. <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; link_option_url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt-kategorie\/aufbewahrung\/#koffer&#8221; link_option_url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/KASTEN_Lang-closed.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;shamisen case long closed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-40px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>longcase<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/KASTEN_Lang-empty.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;shamisen case long empty&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/KASTEN_Mitsuori-closed.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;shamisen mitsuori case closed&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-40px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>mitsuori case<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/KASTEN_Mitsuori-open.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;shamisen mitsuori case open&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-30px||||false|false&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-en-clipboard=\"true\">Practice Aids<\/h2>\n<div>If you cannot always play at full volume, consider getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/koma\/koma-shinobi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">shinobikoma<\/a>. This special bridge is longer and rests on the edge of the dou, redirecting vibrations away from the skin and significantly muting the instrument\u2019s sound (read more about how this works <a href=\"https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/en\/basics\/the-koma-more-than-a-pretty-accessory\/\" rev=\"en_rl_none\">over here<\/a>). It is the perfect solution for those with noise-sensitive roommates or neighbors or who need to practice at odd hours.   <\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/SHINOBIKOMA-e1613029906124.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;SHINOBIKOMA flat&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; url=&#8221;https:\/\/shami-shop.com\/de\/produkt\/shinobi-koma-plastic-mute\/&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>shinobikoma<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Many players use tuning aids, such as tuning forks or pitch pipes, which provide a reference tone. Another popular option is an electronic tuner, which detects the shamisen\u2019s vibrations and indicates the pitch. A modern all-in-one solution is a smartphone tuning app, available for both <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.cohortor.gstrings&amp;hl=de&amp;gl=US\" rev=\"en_rl_none\">Android<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/de\/app\/stimmger%C3%A4t-metronom\/id918055824\" rev=\"en_rl_none\">iOS<\/a>, which can generate reference tones and analyze played notes.     <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/CLIP-ON-on-point.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;CLIP ON on point&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-15px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Clip-On Tuner<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/shamisen-zentrale.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/GSTRINGS-on-point.png&#8221; title_text=&#8221;GSTRINGS on point&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; text_line_height=&#8221;1.4em&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-15px||||false|false&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>tuning app on a smartphone<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Another widely used tool is position markers, which visually indicate note positions along the shamisen\u2019s neck. The specialized version is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/accessories\/positionmarker\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fujaku strip<\/a>, which marks all positions at once. Alternatively, players can use adhesive dots or small dabs of nail polish to mark individual positions. 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But a few gameplay-relevant notable additions stand out for enhanced playing comfort. <\/div>\n<div>For all those who want more grip on the body and whose right arm tends to slip off, there are narrow rubber sleeves that you pull over the doukake, the <b>Doukake Gomu<\/b>. Alternatively, you can also attach an anti-slip mat. Those who have difficulty holding the bachi because their hands quickly become damp and it starts to slip from the hand can find relief with a <b>Bachigomu<\/b>. This is a rubber sleeve that you put over the bachi grip. Alternatively, you can wrap some tape around the grip. Particularly suitable for this are kinesio tape, tape for bicycle handlebars, and tape for tennis grips.     <\/div>\n<div>If you have a shamisen with synthetic skin and are worried about wear on the surface from the bachi, you can stick a small protective film under the strings, called a <b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shami-shop.com\/product-category\/accessories\/skinprotection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bachigawa<\/a><\/b>. 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For the small parts (Bachi, Koma, strings), there are, of course, specially made cases and containers that store the precious and important companions particularly safely and decoratively. Perfect candidates for the next wish list.  <\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;34px||64px|||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Playfair Display||||||||&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;23px&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Watch the video here:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.6.5&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_video src=&#8221;https:\/\/youtu.be\/Q5FGH27fZno&#8221; thumbnail_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(40,122,135,0.75)&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.7.7&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;88%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221;][\/et_pb_video][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A complete shamisen starter set can be kept quite minimal in the beginning. 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