5 Course Medieval Lute by Alex Théo Nieto

Brand new instrument arriving November 2026 – available to reserve now

A handmade 5-course lute inspired by the treatise of Safi al-Din, with a 60 cm vibrating string length. This beautifully crafted instrument offers an historically informed approach to the medieval lute, with a versatile tuning system allowing it to be tuned in fourths and fifths for the performance of Ars Nova repertoire, or adapted for use in a Renaissance-style tuning.

An excellent choice for players exploring medieval repertoire, while offering the flexibility to accommodate a broader range of historical performance practices.