Vietnamese Folding Dan Bau – Handmade One-String Monochord

1. MEET YOUR FOLDING DAN BAU – A HANDMADE ONE-STRING INSTRUMENT FROM VIETNAM

Explore Vietnamese traditional music through this handmade Dan Bau, a one-string monochord with a folding design for storage and transport.

This is a traditional folk-level instrument for musical exploration and cultural appreciation, rather than a model presented as a premium concert-grade instrument.

At a glance

• Instrument: Dan Bau / Vietnamese monochord
• Strings: One
• Design: Folding
• Construction: Handmade
• Origin: Vietnam

Who it’s for

Best suited to enthusiasts, learners and collectors who appreciate the cultural value of Vietnamese traditional music and are willing to spend time learning a new playing technique.

Handcrafted with traditional values

Each Dan Bau monochord is handcrafted by skilled artisans from Vietnam’s traditional craft villages. These craftsmen have inherited techniques passed down for generations.

Because the instrument is handmade, there may be natural variations in color, wood grain, or decorative details. This means the instrument you receive may differ slightly from the product photographs. A suitable instrument is selected from available stock for delivery. Such variations are part of the charm of handcrafted Vietnamese folk instruments.

Important notes before purchase

Allow time for setup, tuning and practice. If you need a particular playing setup, exact dimensions or specific accessories, please confirm those details with Vietcraft.art before ordering.

Our mission is to share the beauty of Vietnam’s heritage with international friends who value and cherish this cultural treasure.

Caring for your Dan Bau

Keep the instrument dry and away from intense direct sunlight and sudden changes in temperature or humidity. Handle the folding components gently and protect the string and playing components during storage and transport.

Understanding shipping size and cost

The folding Vietnamese Dan Bau monochord is not very heavy by itself. However, due to its size and the protective packaging required for international delivery, the packed parcel can be bulky. This can result in relatively high shipping costs from Vietnam to the USA or Europe.

The folding design does not remove the need for protective packaging. Shipping charges depend on the packed parcel’s dimensions and weight.

Shipping from Vietnam

Import duties and import taxes covered by Vietcraft.art. Shipping fees are separate.

For small, lightweight items, we prefer USPS to the United States and Royal Mail or YunExpress to the European Union. Heavy, bulky or oversized parcels must use UPS, FedEx or DHL Express, including parcels exceeding ePackage size limits.

• United States · Standard: USPS, estimated 14–28 days.
• European Union · Standard: Royal Mail or YunExpress, estimated 16–30 days.
• United States & European Union · Express: UPS, FedEx or DHL, estimated 10–18 days.

Available methods depend on your destination and packed parcel size and weight. Delivery times are estimates, not guarantees; customs processing and local delivery conditions may cause delays.

2. THE STORY BEHIND YOUR DAN BAU – ONE STRING AND VIETNAM’S EXPRESSIVE MUSICAL HERITAGE

The symbolism of the Dan Bau

The Dan Bau, or Vietnamese monochord, is one of the most iconic instruments of Vietnam’s folk music tradition. Its unique single-string design produces a sound that is both mystical and emotional — simple yet deeply expressive.

Every note carries the soul of Vietnamese culture: gentle, elegant, and resonant with history. The folding design makes it easier to store and transport, while retaining the traditional one-string playing concept.

Thank you

By purchasing this instrument, you are not only supporting Vietnamese artisans but also helping to preserve and spread the cultural heritage of Vietnam to the world.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding, your love for folk music, and your support for traditional crafts.