eSantoor by Digital Strings
eSantoor
eSantoor

Designed for Every Musician
Whether you’re performing on stage, recording in the studio, or playing for personal enjoyment, eSantoor adapts to your unique style. With sensitive touch sensors, customizable foot pedals, and versatile outputs like stereo headset and balanced TRS, it offers unmatched precision and versatility for every santoor player.
Always Tuned to Perfection
Enjoy flawless tuning every time with custom note adjustments (+/- 1 cent).
Unlimited Custom Scales
Predefined 7 Persian Dastgah and unlimited user-defined notes and scales.
Enhanced Playability
Instant note/scale changes, programmable foot pedal, and auto transpose options.
Versatile Output Options
Offers stereo headset and balanced TRS outputs for both private practice and stage performances.
Advanced Controls
7\" touchscreen interface, visual guiding LED lights, built-in metronome, recorder, effects, and filters.
Superior Sound Quality
High-sensitivity sensors with multi-layer 16-bit stereo samples at a 44.1 KHz sampling rate.
Feature Details
- Designed & manufactured in Canada
- Add new instrument samples effortlessly
- 7 pre-programmed Persian Dastgah
- Create unlimited custom notes and scales
- Seamless instant note and scale switching
- Independent damp and pitch bend controls
- Multi-layer 16-bit stereo, 44.1 KHz samples
- Stereo headphone & balanced TRS output
- Auto transpose (16 steps, ¼ notes)
- Standard MIDI I/O for versatile connectivity
- Intuitive 7" touchscreen interface
- Built-in metronome for perfect timing
- Onboard recorder for performance capture
- Effects and filters for custom sound
- Visual LED guides for seamless playability
- Programmable foot pedal with 7 switches
- High-sensitivity sensors for precision
- Precision tuning (accurate to +/- 1 cent)
eSantoor in the Spotlight
Discover how renowned musicians from around the world are embracing eSantoor. From iconic live performances to creative studio sessions, these artists are pushing the boundaries of tradition with this innovative instrument. Explore the global impact of eSantoor in the hands of the masters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Delivery currently takes 1–2 weeks.
No, pedals are specifically designed for eSantoor. We do recommend external speakers.
eSantoor comes with two 15W high-quality speakers designed exclusively for the instrument.
Each note has 16 samples across 4 different layers for rich, detailed sound samples.
No special mezrabs are required; you can use your own. Slightly heavier mezrabs work best as they activate the sensors more effectively.
The sensors are positioned 1/4" above the surface of the santoor.
No, you must use mezrabs to play the notes. However, you can use your fingers to damp or pitch-bend individual notes by gently touching the sensors.
eSantoor has 64GB of memory, with only 3% currently in use, allowing plenty of room for future updates.
With proper maintenance, eSantoor can last over 10 years. If any parts are damaged, they can easily be replaced.
Yes, software upgrades are free for all customers. New instrument samples will be sold separately when available.
eSantoor is made from MDF with a durable plastic-like finish.
This feature is possible but has not been implemented in the current software version.
eSantoor has 3 short sample recordings. You can also record and playback your own songs.
Copying files out of eSantoor will be implemented in the future software releases.
Our case is coming soon; however, until then, here’s an alternative carrying case available on Amazon.
We recommend the Yamaha HS5, available here.
Use the Elebase 1/4 Inch TRS Instrument Cable.
Yes, the power adapter is universal and works with 96–240 VAC input.
eSantoor has two separate mono line outputs for left and right speakers, which can be used individually as mono or together as stereo.
eSantoor features 1/4" TRS balanced outputs for both left and right channels.
Yes, eSantoor includes a standard 3.5mm stereo headphone output.