Keshav Music, New York, USA, April 2024

Company Description

Unlike large companies that purchase instruments sight-unseen over the phone, we fly three times a year to India, purchasing hand-picked instruments to sell here in the states. Because our instruments are individually selected we are never compelled to sell off defective instruments to clear out stock. So-called "beginner" models (too often a euphemism for shoddy tourist-shop eyesores that only end up collecting dust on coffee tables) have no place in our line. We employ no middle-man, allowing us to offer the best possible prices.

Review & Rating

I bought a sruti box from Keshav, but the pitch was wrong. I tried to return it the very next day and the guy wouldn't take it back. I can't imagine being treated like this by someone who claims so much on his website.

I have had three tabla,(one set, and one dayan) heads replaced in the last 3 years, plus helped a friend purchase a very nice Varanasi tabla set from Keshav just 2 weeks ago. We both have had a nice experience with Keshav Das. The staff are friendly, and the shop on Rutgers has more room to tune and warm up an instrument that you may be trying out. I trust his judgement about the sets he has available. I have played the instrument for nearly 40 years and have seen all degrees of good and bad sets. I would recommend the Calcutta heads and Varanasi heads that Keshav and Sukkdev have at their disposal. Heads were replaced in just a few days, perfectly placed on the drum( as if I did it myself!). Thanks Keshav Das- and please stay healthy!--Sahishnu

I buy a nice harmonium it was the best thanks ever that I got 2week go it best thanks that I buy I can play harmonium

Keshav instruments are the real deal. All the imports are top quality and chosen with thought and love. I don't need to go to New Delhi when I can go to Keshav. Namaste!

This is a great little shop. Whether you're looking to buy a sitar or just chat with the shop owner about Indian music, you'll be sure to have a pleasant time visiting.