Long Neck Electric Baglama Saz ASEL-104

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For performers who plug in every week, this is the platform built around your amp setup. Quick Recommendation — Buy the ASEL-104 if you perform live, record direct-in, or teach with amplification. If you only need an AMP jack for occasional plug-in (rehearsal, home recording), the ASL-202 ($249) saves $150 with a passive jack. For built-in effects (Leslie tone), see the W2 ($499). For solo-act onboard rhythms, the RT1 ($699). Why factory-built electric beats retrofitted pickups Adding a pickup to an acoustic saz after the fact almost always degrades acoustic tone — bracing absorbs vibration, the soundboard gets a new hole, most aftermarket piezo systems hum without an active preamp. The ASEL-104 was designed around its electronics: saddle slot, bracing pattern, internal preamp shielding, all engineered together. Result: clean amplified signal AND retained acoustic projection unlike retrofit jobs. Best for Performing musicians in clubs, theaters, concert halls Recording artists tracking direct-in for clean separation Teachers running group classes who need to be heard Cross-genre players blending saz with electric ensembles Anyone planning to perform live within 6 months Not best for Purely acoustic recording with high-end mics (the electronics add weight, slightly affect unplugged resonance) Players who never perform (the ASL-202's AMP jack is sufficient for $150 less) Solo performers wanting built-in rhythms/effects (see W2 or RT1) Specifications Bowl wood Wenge Tuning pegs Rose Soundboard Spruce Neck length Long Electronics Factory-installed pickup with active preamp Bowl dimensions 38 cm bowl Scale length 76 cm (bridge to nut) Includes Soft case, plectrum, extra strings Country of origin Istanbul, Türkiye ASEL-104 vs other Sala sazs Model Price Neck Bowl wood Pickup/Extra ASK-111P $249.99 Short neck Mahogany — CSS-123 $249.99 Short neck Mahogany/Maple — ASK-150 $269 Short neck Walnut — ASL-202 $249 Long neck Walnut AMP jack ASEL-104 $399 Long neck Wenge Electric pickup W2 $499 Long neck Maple Electric + Leslie effect RT1 $699 Long neck — Electric + built-in rhythms FAQ Does the pickup need a separate preamp pedal?No — the active preamp is built into the body. Plug directly into any PA, mixer, or amplifier with a standard 1/4-inch cable.Is the saz hard to learn?Moderately. The fretting system has microtonal koma intervals, and right-hand picking (mızrab/tezene) takes practice. Plan 6-12 months of daily practice to play folk songs comfortably.Can I plug an acoustic saz into an amp?Yes if your model has an AMP jack or built-in pickup. For acoustic-only sazs, a soundhole pickup can be installed by any luthier — but for stage use, a factory electric model gives cleaner signal.How often do I change strings?Casual practice: 4-6 months. Daily practice or performance: 6-12 weeks. The lower bass strings last longer than the high pairs.Do you ship internationally?Yes, worldwide. Sazs ship in custom foam-cushioned boxes. You choose carrier at checkout — DHL Express, FedEx, or standard postal. EU/US express orders typically 5-9 business days. Crafted in IstanbulBy trusted luthiers · since 2009 Worldwide shippingCarrier chosen at checkout 1-year warranty+ direct luthier support 10-day returnsFrom delivery, original condition