Lowering strings tension when finished playing

Playing/Techniques
#1

Hi Guys,

I was wondering if I should lower the strings tension when I finish playing my shamisen since i Play in C#.

Let me know,
Thanks

Paolo

#2

(Nagauta)

#3

One thing that you should do is to remove the koma every time you are not playing.

#4

Hi Paolo,

I would recommend not only removing the koma, but also loosening the strings. When I had a nagauta shamisen, the strings broke often if I kept the strings tight when not in use.

Lowering the tension to B should be just fine. :slight_smile:

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