The gambus is
the most common lute found in a variety of styles in Malay folk music as well
as syncretic music such as ghazal. It is also used to accompany song and dance
in Sabah, Malaysia. Originating from the Middle East, the Malaysian version
uses 9 to 12 wire strings which are plucked. There are two types of gambus in
use, the GambusHadramaut and Gambus Hijaz.
The overall length of
the gambusMelayu of Johor is about 88 cm. At its greatest depth it is about 13
cm. Its width is 23.5 cm. The face of the neck is flat and the lower portion of
the belly is covered with skin to the extent of 32 cm from where the edge of
the belly meets the tail-piece downwards. Most gambusMelayu are made from the
Chempedak, Cengal andNangka or jackfruit tree.
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