Small Size San Xian

i been to MK for seeking a small size SanXian. Before that, i called Carol again for confirming the luggage size for Quotas. she said i can't handcarry it.. i must declare something and it would stick some "easy broken" label on it.... so it is better with a hard case instead of bag.....

and i juz thought of the snake skin drum may have some more trouble to pass the customs inspection...

i juz been to Harmony Music Co. which is the best one for buying Chinese Musical Instruments. At least quality better with fair price.

i found two small SanXian, their design are almost same, one in Red Wood and one in Black Wood. $900 different... i wonder despite the outlook, any big different? if juz for busking, a cheaper one is good enough?? be frank, the black one looks better, but the sound.... i didn't bring my fake nails, so i couldn't test it too much....

there's no stock at MK, so i reserved a red one 1st....

but there's no hard case, only bag....

juz found the info. from cathaypacific it's a must for put the instrument in the hard case.... what should i do??