Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Standard size Armenian Qanon by Valer Nerkararyan: a 26-course trapezoidal zither with a one-piece spruce soundboard decorated with artisanal wood carvings, calfskin panels under a boxwood bridge, walnut tuning pegs and the Armenian mandal system with two levers per course
Valer Nerkararyan

Armenian Qanon | Standard Size

Presentation

Designed by luthier Valer Nerkararyan, this standard size Armenian Qanon follows the reference format of the instrument. It is intended for adult musicians, from beginners to advanced players. The instrument has 26 courses and covers a range of three octaves and a fifth, from G2 to D6. It is fitted with the Armenian mandal system, with two levers per course. Its two-piece soundboard is decorated with artisanal wood carvings.

Specifications

The instrument

  • String courses:
    • Single: 0
    • Double: 2
    • Triple: 24
    • Total strings: 76
  • Tuning pegs: 76
  • Levers (Mandals): 52
  • Mandal system: Armenian, two levers per course, each raising the pitch by one semitone
  • Range (natural tuning):
    • From G2 to D6
    • Three octaves and a fifth
  • Reference pitch: A = 440 Hz
  • Level: All levels
  • Soundboard: Two pieces
  • Finish: Polished, dark varnish (dark oak look)
  • Country of manufacture: Armenia
  • Signature: Maker’s mark engraved on the soundbox

Materials and dimensions

  • Woods:
    • Soundboard: Spruce
    • Bridge: Boxwood
    • Tuning pegs: Walnut
    • Soundbox: Apricot
    • Rim: Walnut
  • Other materials:
    • Levers (Mandals): Silver alloy
    • Skins: Calfskin
    • Strings: Nylon
  • Dimensions:
    • Long side: 101 cm
    • Short side: 40 cm
    • Depth: 43 cm
    • Slanted side: 75 cm
    • Height: 6 cm
  • Weight (approximate):
    • Without case: 4 kg
    • With hard case: 8 kg

Included with the instrument

The Qanon comes with a hard case fitted to its dimensions (weight: 4 kg), two removable rings, two plectrums and a tuning key. Learn more about the Qanon, its musicians and its musical world on our dedicated page.

Quality control by Gusan Instruments

Every Qanon is made in Armenia using traditional lutherie methods. As with any instrument from a traditional workshop, it may show particularities inherent to manual work and differ slightly from the photos (wood grain, color, carvings), as explained in our guide to choosing your Qanon.

Before shipping, every instrument undergoes a quality inspection by Gusan Instruments, adapted to its type. For the Qanon, we check the stability of the tuning pegs, the operation and precision of the mandals, the absence of unwanted sounds, and the overall build quality and assembly of the instrument.

Each maker, workshop and range has its own manufacturing standards and specific characteristics. Gusan Instruments is not involved in the makers’ production: we act as an independent expert in evaluating and selecting the instruments we offer. The ratings below, established independently, apply to this model.

Overall sound: ★★★★☆
Tuning peg stability: ★★★★★
Lever stability: ★★★★★
Soundboard carving quality: ★★★★☆
Finish quality: ★★★★★

About the maker

Valer Nerkararyan is an Armenian luthier recognized for his work on the Qanon. For more than twenty-five years, he has devoted his craftsmanship to instruments built for regular practice, from the first years of learning to advanced playing. His Qanons stand out for their sound quality, stability and reliability, qualities that have earned his work its reputation among demanding musicians.

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Every order placed on gusaninstruments.com is shipped from our premises in Armenia. Delivery takes an average of 2 to 15 business days.

For customers in Europe, some models may also be available through our partner store La Maison du Duduk, whose stock is based in France, with an estimated delivery time of 2 to 5 business days.

Depending on the model, ordering through maisonduduk.com may offer faster delivery and simpler shipping. We invite you to visit their website to check instrument availability.

For more details, please see our Shipping Policy.

All purchases are eligible for return or exchange, in accordance with the applicable terms. If you have any doubt, question or difficulty after receiving your instrument, our customer service team is available to assist you and will review your request carefully.

Each situation is reviewed individually, with the aim of offering you the most suitable solution: exchange, return or personalized assistance.

For more details, please see our Return, Exchange and Refund Policy.

Like all instruments from traditional lutherie, your instrument is a living object that may evolve over time depending on its use, its environment and its care. Improper storage, incorrect use or unsuitable transport may cause alterations to the instrument.

Gusan Instruments does not offer an additional commercial warranty on this instrument. In accordance with applicable regulations, the 14-day legal withdrawal period applies should you wish to return the instrument after receipt.

Beyond this period, your purchase remains covered by the legal guarantees that apply to any professional seller: the legal guarantee of conformity, which applies for two years from the delivery of the instrument, and the legal guarantee against hidden defects, which applies for two years from the discovery of the defect. These guarantees cover lack of conformity and hidden defects that make the instrument unfit for its intended use, and are exercised directly with Gusan Instruments as the seller.

For any question or difficulty after receiving your instrument, our customer service team is available to review your request carefully. Each situation is reviewed individually, with the aim of offering you the most suitable solution.

For more details, please see our Return, Exchange and Refund Policy.

Our instruments are shipped directly from Armenia. Shipping costs are calculated based on this point of origin, as well as the destination and the delivery method selected.

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We invite you to check with the customs authorities of your country before ordering, to find out about any fees that may apply to importing a musical instrument from Armenia.

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