Introduction to the Guzheng

Guzheng, a long-history traditional plucking instrument in China. It was invented in around 231 B.C.
The modern-day guzheng is a plucked, half-tube zither with movable bridges and 21 strings, although it can have anywhere from 13 to 26 strings. The guzheng's strings were formerly made of twisted silk , though by the 20th century most players used metal strings. Since the mid-20th century most performers use steel strings flatwound with nylon.
The guzheng has a large resonant cavity made from pao tong wood (Paulownia tomentosa). Other components may be made from other woods, including rosewood, sandalwood and cherry wood usually for structural and decorative purposes.

Name: High Mountain & Running River - Guzheng with CalligraphyCarving

Single-piece Paulownia top &
bottom board

Class: Beginner

Name: Walnut woodGuzheng with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay (Model A)

Single-piece Paulownia top &
bottom board

Class: Intermediate

Name: Walnut woodGuzheng with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay (Model B)

Single-piece Paulownia top &
bottom board

Class: Intermediate

Name: Ancient Shape Rosewood Guzheng with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay (Squirrels, flowers, fruit)

Single-piece Paulownia top &
bottom board

Class: Professional

Name: Ancient Shape Rosewood Guzheng with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay (Plum Blossoms)

Single-piece Paulownia top &
bottom board

Class: Professional

Name: Custom-made Golden-thread Sandalwood Guzheng with Carving (Natural Scenery)

Quartersawn-Cut Paulownia Sound board with sound grooves

Class: Master / Concert

Name: Custom-made Ancient Shape Aged Rosewood Guzheng with Silver Inlay (Peony Blossoms, Cranes, Clouds, and the Sun)

Quartersawn-Cut Paulownia Sound board with sound grooves

Class: Master / Concert