A tanpura is judged on the evenness and shimmer of its drone. That is decided by jawari, and jawari is decided by the maker, which is why this page compares them directly.
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A tanpura is judged on one thing above all: the evenness and shimmer of its drone. That is decided by jawari, and jawari is decided by the maker.
Hemen & Co is the Kolkata house best known for tanpuras and fine strings. Kanai Lal & Sons and MKS both build Miraj-style concert instruments. Our own workshop covers student and intermediate tanpuras and tanpuris.
What should I listen for? An even, blooming sustain on every string, no dead notes, and shimmer rather than buzz. All of it is the jawari.
Which maker for a first tanpura? Our workshop instruments serve students well. Move to the named Kolkata makers when the tanpura becomes your concert companion.
Do they all build both sizes? Generally yes, to order where not in stock. We confirm availability within one working day, before you pay.
Questions we get asked
What should I listen for in a tanpura?
An even, blooming sustain on every string, no dead notes, and shimmer rather than buzz. All of it is the jawari.
Which maker for a first tanpura?
Our workshop tanpuras serve students well. Step up to the named Kolkata makers when the instrument becomes your concert companion.
Do these makers build both male and female sizes?
Generally yes, to order where not in stock. We confirm availability within one working day, before you pay.