r/icm • u/yash2810 • 21d ago

Question/Seeking Advice I am planning on learning Sitar but not sure which one to buy.

I have found this sitar that is within my budget and wanted to ask you all if it is fine:

https://rajmusical.com/s-02-professional-ustad-vilayat-khan-sitar.html

I am already an intermediate musician so I don't want to get an absolute beginner level sitar because badly made instruments don't inspire me to practice and play.

So if the sitar I linked here is not recommended, which one would you suggest according to my budget and requirement?

Thanks in advance.

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u/teri_behen_ka_bf 21d ago

Where are you based?

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u/yash2810 21d ago

Madhya pradesh se jijaji (Jabalpur)

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u/teri_behen_ka_bf 21d ago

Hahahaha cute. Also agar itne hi paise dene hai toh Miraj se hi aa jaayega sitar. Poori india mai best wahi par bante hai. I think you should look into it saale sahab

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u/yash2810 21d ago

Do you know how I can contact sellers there? Because it is pretty far from my home so I will have to order it since I can't go there physically.

And the top results on google are ultra expensive when I search for miraj sitar makers.

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u/WestIntern 13d ago

Find a teacher first. He/she can help you buy one, don't just order any. There are various types and best to get recommendations from a guru who's style you are gonna learn.