Sanjay Deshpande is the pioneer exponent of "Khayal Ang" on Sitar. He has made major changes in Sitar instrument as well, thus facilitating for playing not only Hindustani, but any music form of music on this customised Sitar. This Sitar in being popularly named as "Sanjaykhani Sitar" by the Sitar makers. This Sitar is available against order under “Sanjay Deshpande” brand.