Oktay Yilmaz Long Neck Saz Mahogany Cedar Top
Original price was: $649.00.$549.00Current price is: $549.00.
This exceptional long neck saz is made in the workshop of Oktay Yilmaz Saz Evi. These are known to be fully-tested instruments, with a rich bass tone. With superb sound and deep resonance. A beautiful mahogany bowl, with an AAA cedar top and rosewood pegs, make this instrument a fine choice. We liked the low-string action and the distinctive bass response of this saz.
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Oktay Yılmaz Saz Evi Instruments
Oktay Yılmaz Saz Evi is a family-owned business founded in 1973, inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Anatolia. Specializing in the production of both short-neck and long-neck bağlamas, Oktay Yılmaz has leveraged decades of knowledge and experience to become a leading name in traditional instrument craftsmanship. The company boasts the largest storage and natural drying facility in Turkey, ensuring the highest quality of materials. With an Oktay Yilmaz saz, the raw materials have been carefully chosen and dried for at least 10 years. Our journey began in 1973, in Maltepe, where we established our first workshop. Today, Oktay Yılmaz Saz Evi operates from a 600m2 large workshop and a 1200m2 natural drying facility, along with multiple workshops in Istanbul. We are committed to preserving and promoting the bağlama culture by producing superior instruments for professional musicians.
Who plays Oktay Yilmaz Saz?
Oktay Yılmaz Saz Evi instruments are loved by many musicians, including the legendary Arif Sağ, Erkan Oğur, rising star İsmail Altunsaray, respected artist Orhan Hakalmaz, and Tolga Sağ who follows in his father Arif Sağ’s footsteps. These artists’ preference, highlights the exceptional sound quality of these instruments.
| Bowl Wood | Mahogany |
| Top Wood | Cedar |
| Tuning | Bb F C or G F C |
| Pegs | Rosewood |
| Total length | 115cm |
| Bowl Width | 24cm |
| Bowl length | 42cm |
| Bowl Depth | 23cm |
