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Chordophones > Simple chordophones or zithers

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31Simple chordophones or zithers   Link to MIMO collections

Definition

  • One or more strings are stretched between fixed points. The instrument consists of a string bearer, or of a string bearer with a resonator which is not integral and can be detached without destroying the sound-producing apparatus. (en)

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Notation

  • 31

URI

http://www.mimo-db.eu/HornbostelAndSachs/141

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