Shruti Box in C - Paloma - large - Recon

The shrutibox Paloma large is a heavier box with a particularly balanced, warm, full sound and unmatched dynamic range. The unique natural look, silk mat surfaces and fine workmanship make this a truly exquisite instrument.

Recon is made from bamboo fibres and has similar properties to teak. The cost of teak has risen rapidly recently and it is becoming increasingly difficult to get good quality teak. Recon, on the other hand, is reliable, of consistent quality and available at stable prices, and is better for the environment. Paloma has had good experience with instruments made of Recon for several years. From 2022 onwards, we will therefore only offer Paloma shrutiboxes made of Recon as standard. Paloma shrutiboxes made of teak will then only be available with a considerable surcharge - if at all.

The large frame of this shrutibox provides a much larger bellows volume as compared to smaller models, which permits an accurate dosing of air supply. Triple bellows on both sides give it an even bigger bellows volume than the large shrutibox from Monoj Kumar Sardar. In this way, the sound can be kept constant without any effort or prior practice even when up to four notes are played simultaneously. Moreover, the volume can be varied wider and finer than in any other of our shrutiboxes from whispering tender and low to constantly powerful loud. The larger resonating chamber provides for a somewhat fuller overall sound. Despite its larger dimensions and heaviness, Paloma's shrutibox large can still be taken around easily. Only if you have to carry a lot of other stuff and if you are travelling by public transport or by foot, shape and weight might become inconvenient. Including a carry bag.

Size: 40,5 x 30,5 x 6,5 cm
Weight: 3,3 kg

Paloma is the international brand name for instruments from Haribhau Vishwanath. This manufacturer resides in Mumbai (formerly Bombay) and was established in 1925 as a small repair shop. In the past decades Haribhau Vishwanath has developed into one of India's leading harmonium makers. In addition they also produce some string and percussion instruments. Thanks to a good infrastructure and a long experience in the craft and in international shipping Haribhau is able to supply all common harmonium models at a constantly high level of workmanship. Furthermore Haribhau takes pride in coming up with new ideas and inventions like the harmonium Compactina and the wax treatment of instruments' surfaces.