ABOUT THE INSTRUMENT

Handcrafted metal jew's harp with perfect sound tuned to A, type "dan moi". A typical Vietnamese instrument suitable for beginner jew's harp players. Unlike standard jew's harps, this one does not need to be placed in the mouth or rested against the teeth.

• Length: 16 cm

INTERESTING FACTS

The jew's harp, structurally a very simple musical instrument, was especially popular among wandering musicians and folk artists. It usually consists of a metal body with a flexible reed in the center, which, when placed near the mouth, properly held by the lips and plucked with a finger, produces a characteristic buzzing sound. This instrument appears in various cultures under different names – in English-speaking countries it is known as the "jew's harp" or "mouth harp", while in German-speaking regions it is called "Maultrommel". Experienced players can create impressive melodies and rhythms by changing the shape of their oral cavity and varying the plucking intensity, making this seemingly simple instrument a fascinating musical tool with a unique character.