LANDTOM Performer's Hardwood Zhongruan
- Full-size zhongruan, four nylon strings
- Camphor wood top, chun hardwood body
- Softcase, plectrum and spare strings included
- Balanced tone across all registers
Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A full-size Chinese ruan lute with a hardwood body and the basic accessories to play. Weight, size and tuning details are not listed.
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ASIN: B0B63MCWRRCategory: Lutes
Overview
LANDTOM makes this zhongruan as a full-size Chinese lute with a round body, a camphor wood top and a chun hardwood back. Nylon strings are played with the supplied plectrum, and a softcase ships with spare strings.
The hardwood construction and bundled accessories make it ready for a performer or a student of the instrument. Missing dimensions and weight leave some questions for travel and storage.
Who it's for
Players of Chinese instruments, and orchestra members adding a ruan, get a ready instrument with a bag and spares. Collectors or buyers wanting detailed size data should ask the seller first.
Pros and cons
- Hardwood body with camphor top
- Plectrum and spare strings included
- Softcase included for carrying
- Balanced tone across registers
- Weight and dimensions not listed
- Softcase gives limited protection
- Right or left orientation not listed
Performance notes
A camphor wood top carries string vibration into the hardwood body, and nylon strings plucked with a plectrum give a mellow, rounded sound. The listing calls the response balanced across registers.
Specifications
| Brand | LANDTOM |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Full-size |
| Construction & materials | |
| Back Material Type | Wood |
| Body Material Type | Chun hardwood |
| Top Material Type | Camphor wood |
| String Material Type | Nylon |
| Color | Brown |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Softcase, plectrum, spare strings |
| Other details | |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Instrument | Lute |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Sound Profile | Balanced on all registers |
Frequently asked questions
How do I look after the LANDTOM zhongruan?
The listing gives no care instructions. It does include a softcase and spare strings, so store the lute in the case and keep spares for replacement.
What comes with the LANDTOM Chinese ruan lute?
A softcase, a plectrum and spare strings.
Is this a small student size?
The listing says full-size, and no measurements are given.