The Suzuki Shamisen combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern materials to deliver authentic sound, durability, and reliability. Featuring Suzuki’s specially developed synthetic skin, it produces excellent vibration response, creating a rich, resonant tone with remarkable clarity and expression. The result is a sound that closely resembles that of a traditional natural-skin shamisen while offering significantly greater durability and consistency.
 
Made from a specially engineered synthetic material, the skin is designed to withstand intensive playing and demanding performance styles, including the powerful Tsugaru Shamisen striking technique. Unlike traditional natural skins, it is highly resistant to humidity, temperature changes, and ageing, requiring less maintenance and providing dependable performance in a wide range of environments.
 
Its durability and ease of care make it particularly suitable for schools, music education programmes, beginners, and performing musicians who want the authentic character of a shamisen without the concerns associated with natural skin instruments.
 
Features:
Premium shamisen with Suzuki’s original synthetic skin
Rich, resonant tone with excellent vibration response
Sound and expression comparable to traditional natural-skin shamisen
Highly durable and resistant to wear
Suitable for powerful Tsugaru-style playing techniques
Resistant to humidity, temperature changes, and ageing
Low-maintenance and reliable performance
Ideal for schools, music education, beginners, and professional performers
Combines traditional sound with modern durability and convenience

Specifications:
Material: ABS: Sao, Tenjin
Body: Nato (Artificial leather) 
String: Tetoron
Kind: Hoso sao (Standard)
Dimension: 99cm (L) x 20cm (W) x 10cm (H) 
Weight: 1.3kg