There is debate whether this instrument was invented by Gusikov himself, or by his contemporary Samson Jakubowski. On this instrument Gusikov developed an extraordinary virtuosity, and in 1834 gave concerts in Moscow, Kiev and Odessa.
There is debate about whether Gusikov invented this instrument himself or his contemporary Samson Jakubowski did. This instrument, however, led to an extraordinary level of skill from Gusikov, and in 1834 he gave concerts in Moscow, Kiev, and Odessa.