The octavina, which looks like a small guitar, has 14 strings similar to the bandurria, but is tuned an octave lower; its sound has been compared to the cello.

How many strings does octavina and laud have?

The octavina is tuned exactly the same as the laud (and an octave lower than the bandurria) and is interchangeable with it. This instrument has six (6) sets of strings, tuned in the intervals of fourths.

How many strings does the laud have?

The laúd belongs to the cittern family of instruments. The Spanish and Cuban instruments have six double courses in unison (i.e. twelve strings in pairs); the Philippine instrument has 14 strings with some courses singled or tripled.