Zhongruan 中阮

The Zhongruan 中阮 is the Chinese Tenor Moonguitar - it belongs to the plucked instrument family. The zhongruan has a long neck that has 24 frets and 4 strings. It is played using a guitar pick. The zhongruan produces a deep, round, and rich tone - usually providing mid-range support in a large ensemble or orchestra. The frets on the zhongruan are so high that the fingers never actually touch the neck. This traditional design allows more control over timbre and intonation.

Chinese Tenor Moonguitar

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