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Kobza Alto 4 strings original concert vintage Ukrainian folk Instrument.
Original concert Kobza in good condition.master. Kaminsky (1)
There's a label inside that identifies the maker of this musical instrument: masterKaminsky. The price is also listed: 175 rubles.
Length 93 cm
Neck length 60 cm
Body 40*31 cm
The kobza (Ukrainian: кобза ладкова) is a Ukrainian (until the 17th century) lute-like plucked string instrument with four or more paired strings.
The kobza consists of a body and a neck. The neck has 8-10 frets, which can be used to produce the sounds of the chromatic scale on each string. There were also fretless instruments. In Ukraine, since the 17th century, the word "kobza" has become synonymous with the bandura.
**RARE VINTAGE UKRAINIAN ARTIFACT – MELNYTSE-PODILSKA WORKSHOP (USSR Era)**
Up for sale is a highly valuable collectible from Ukrainian musical history. This item originates from the renowned Melnytska-Podilskyi Production and Experimental Workshop, which operated under the auspices of the Musical Society of the Ukrainian SSR (USSR) around the 1970s.
Instruments and authentic pieces from this workshop are legendary among musicians and collectors for their exceptional craftsmanship and historical value.
**GENUINE LABEL DETAILS (translated from Ukrainian):**
* **Organization:** Musical Society of the Ukrainian URSR
* **Manufacturer:** Melnytskyi-Podolsk Experimental Production Workshop "Kobza"
* **Product:** Orchestral modulated kobza (traditional Ukrainian folk instrument)
* **Item Number (Model):** 327u (the "u" stands for "Ulepshennaya" / improved high-quality concert grade)
* **Retail Price in the USSR:** 175 rubles (an extremely high price for that era, indicating a premium professional instrument).
Snipping 120$