Dreamlike Days
CNY 7300
THE DASHI SERIES
Master Series Guzheng
Master Series
Supervised end to end by master luthiers — from timber selection to final tuning. Open, full tone with real stage presence.
7 models in this series
Choosing Within the Series
| Model | Guide price | Positioning | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreamlike Days | CNY 7300 | Bridge from exams to stage | Students and teaching use |
| Qingsun | CNY 10000 | Clean and even | Solo, ensemble and recording |
| Amber | CNY 10000 | Warm and versatile | Stage, teaching and recording |
| Zhishang | CNY 13000 | Mid-series core | Exam and school progression |
| Misty Peaks | CNY 18000 | Pro and teaching core | A long-term main instrument |
| Sea of Clouds | CNY 28000 | Flagship with character | Performers and section leaders |
| Humble as the Valley | CNY 28000 | Reserved and deep | Traditional repertoire, recitals |
What to Look For
Every instrument in the Master series is supervised by a senior luthier from timber selection through assembly and voicing, and play-tested before it leaves the workshop. The difference from the Zhenpin series is not quality but character: Zhenpin is the openness of a carved top, while the Master series leans toward evenness across the registers and consistency between instruments.
Bring two pieces you actually play when you audition one: a fast piece to judge attack and clarity, a slow piece to judge sustain and how the strings answer vibrato. Within a series, models differ mainly in appearance and detailing; the tonal character is shared.
Music teachers and ensemble players are the main users here. Schools buying in batches can ask for matched tuning and action across the batch so that group lessons stay in step — see conservatory programmes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the "Master Series" made personally by a master?
- The series is assembled and voiced under senior luthiers, with critical steps completed by experienced technicians and cross-checked by several players before release. We do not inflate this with personal names — the standard is the actual assembly process.
- Can this series be used for formal performance?
- Yes. The mid and upper models are built to performance grade, with the volume and dynamic headroom for the stage. For an important competition or concert, allow a period of settling in with the player first.
- How do I choose between this and the Zhenpin series?
- The Master series spans teaching through performance with a wider price band, while Zhenpin concentrates on dugout and collector-grade instruments. Budget and use decide; contact us with your scenario if you are unsure.