Yuehai 413 Liuqin – African Pterocarpus (Padauk), Red Hardwood Finish, Exam-Grade Performance Model(古夷苏木)

The Yuehai 413 Liuqin is a performance-focused Chinese soprano lute handcrafted from premium African Pterocarpus (Padauk) — a treasured tonewood known for its striking color and rich, clear resonance. Designed for students preparing for grade examinations and intermediate to advanced performers, this model combines tradition with tonal excellence.

Its soundboard is crafted from select Lankao paulownia, offering fast response and tonal clarity, making it ideal for expressive playing. The instrument features a smooth Plain Peony headstock design, emphasizing natural beauty and elegance.

Finished in a warm red hardwood tone, the Yuehai 413 delivers an articulate, bright sound with strong projection — perfect for solo, ensemble, or classroom settings.

Key Features:

• Brand: Yuehai

• Model: 413

• Instrument: Liuqin (Chinese Soprano Lute)

• Back, Neck & Pegs: African Pterocarpus (Padauk)

• Soundboard: Premium Lankao Paulownia

• Headstock Design: Plain Peony motif

• Finish: Red hardwood tone (natural polish)

• Tone: Clear, bright, resonant

• Recommended For: Music exams, rehearsals, and performances

• Crafted In: Hebei, China

This liuqin is built with precise fret placement and fine tonewood selection, ensuring stable intonation and ease of play across all registers.