Greetings everyone!
My name is Peach Jam.
I am a new and slowly progressing shamisen player from the east coast. I am very thankful for the Bachido community because I dont have very many friends who play shamisen or have even heard of one for that matter.
I have just recently acquired my first shamisen through the blackhole gate way known as “ebay”. I purchased what I understand to be as a nagauta shamisen for the price of 60 usd. After what seemed like an eternity, my shamisen’s two month long travel from japan had finally arrived at my door step.
After unpacking I was happy to find that everything had made it through transit safely. Except for the mounting peg on the “shimo-zao” which had snapped and was lightly hanging on. Heartbroken but not deterred I applied a few layers of wood glue and it has regained almost all stability.
The only parts I need now are a bachi, koma, and a set of strings. I really must thank Bachido’s store for suppling everything a beginner like me would need to start playing. I look forward to the time when my shamisen will be complete and I am even more excited to begin playing and practicing the different techniques.
I have attached a few photos of the shamisen from the original listing and I have a rather entertaining question coming soon once I can find my camera.
Again, thank you so much for having a community like Bachido where I can learn from great instrument players, have my questions answered, and maybe find someone to play with.
I will try and answer any questions to the best of my ability, please dont be a stranger.
Best Regards,
PJ
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