Are Matsikas bouzoukis any good?

Are Matsikas bouzoukis any good?

The Matsikas BZ8-460 is beautiful bouzouki that offers good quality. The top of the bouzouki has elegant inlays, and the finish is top class. The reason why so many players love this instrument is the subliminal sound, which is also warm, yet carrying a bright tone—the real definition of the Greek tone.

How much does a Greek bouzouki cost?

How expensive are bouzoukis? Bouzoukis range in price from $40 to $350, depending on the brand and size.

What is the difference between an Irish bouzouki and a Greek bouzouki?

The ‘Irish’ Bouzouki has a brighter more open sound, and is easier to hold. The scale length is now generally a little shorter than Greek bouzoukis, and the distinction between Bouzouki and Octave Mandola (also known in America as Octave Mandolin) has become blurred, as the neck length is the only difference.

Can you tune an Irish bouzouki like a Greek bouzouki?

Re: Irish bouzouki or OM tuned to CFAD? If your Irish bouzouki has a scale length in the ballpark of 26″ you should be fine with any set of Greek bouzouki strings. If you want the Greek bouzouki/12 string guitar sound the octave strings are nice. Greek bouzoukis are used for playing melody in Greek music.

Who is the best bouzouki player?

Solo Bouzouki Vol. 1: The Greatest Bouzouki Players of All Time, 16 Favourite Tracks

  • Solo BouzoukiGiorgos Zambetas.
  • The Great TaximIordanis Tsomidis.
  • Uşşak TaksimAndreas Karantinis.
  • AivaliotikoStelios Makridakis.
  • Kamilieriko TaximiGiorgos Koutoulakis, Harry Lemonopoulos.
  • Solo ZeibekikoThimios Stouraitis.

What key is an Irish bouzouki?

Irish Bouzouki Tuning. Most Irish musicians use either GDAD or ADAD(low to high). Both tunings make it quite easy to play in the key of D; the first also allows for some easy chords in G, the second works better for A, but will give you a less full sound when playing in G.

Is learning bouzouki hard?

Bouzouki is a very famous musical instrument, and quite easy to learn. Being able to finally play a musical instrument can develop a fine appreciation for music.