Turkish Short Neck Baglama CSS-123
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The Short Neck Baglama CSS-123 uses a hybrid mahogany-and-maple bowl with spruce top — a tonewood pairing that combines mahogany's articulation with maple's reflective brightness. It's the most acoustically transparent saz in our short-neck lineup, often chosen by recording engineers and ensemble leaders.
Why a hybrid bowl matters
Single-wood bowls produce a single tonal character. Hybrid bowls — laminating two different woods in alternating ribs — produce a more complex, balanced tone where neither wood dominates. The CSS-123's mahogany ribs supply attack and clarity; the maple ribs add reflective brightness and sustain. The result is the kind of "flat-response" sound studio engineers love: easier to EQ, less likely to fight the mix, more forgiving across different playing contexts.
Best for
- Recording artists wanting a balanced saz tone that mixes easily
- Ensemble players in groups where each instrument needs space
- Cross-genre musicians (Turkish folk + fusion + world music)
- Players who haven't yet committed to walnut-warmth or mahogany-brightness
- Anyone curious about hybrid-bowl construction
Specifications
| Bowl wood | Mahogany + Maple hybrid |
|---|---|
| Soundboard | Spruce |
| Neck length | Short |
| Frets | 19 |
| Includes | Soft case, plectrum, replacement strings |
| Country of origin | Istanbul, Türkiye |
CSS-123 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
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.
When Will I receive my order?
The delivery time by free shipping is 3-5 weeks to worldwide.
The delivery time by DHL shipping is 2-4 days to worldwide.
Does Sala Muzik Ship Internationally?
We currently ship anywhere in the World.
