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Guitarra panzona

The guitarra panzona is a musical instrument. It originates from Mexico. Learn how it makes its sound and explore related instruments.

From Wikipedia

The guitarra panzona, guitarra túa or guitarra blanca is a Mexican guitar with six strings and deep body. This guitar is sometimes substituted by a guitarron. It provides a tubby sounding rhythm for calentano music, accompanying violin, guitar and tamborita.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a guitarra panzona sound like?

Where does the guitarra panzona come from?

The guitarra panzona originates from Mexico.

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