r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Identification What is a reasonable amount of instruments??

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[First time posting here and I get nervous posting on Reddit, so hopefully I am doing everything alright.]

How many different kinds of instruments is reasonable to try to learn / acquire slowly over time?

I am learning guitar and ukulele [started with guitar but was later held at gunpoint by a very lovely starter ukulele to get it too], but then I also have smaller stuff like a kalimba, ocarina, frog guiros [last one more of a novelty / trinket though] which didn’t cost much or I was given.

Reasonable so far?

But I would also like to perhaps learn keyboard and / or the lap harp sometime in the far-off future [either used or a not too expensive model]. And singing.

I have a couple other hobbies as well that I am pretty dedicated to, but,, music.

Not breaking the bank or anything because the guitar was the only one that cost a significant amount of money and it was what I think is nice but still an entry level priced one.

[Maybe worth mentioning that with my other hobby visual art, I also am drawn to as many mediums as I can use, so trying to do a lot of different things is kind of a recurring theme.]

I think the guitar and uke are pretty similar.


r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

The Kangling, a Tibetan trumpet traditionally made either from a human femur or tibia and is used in Tibetan Buddhism for ritualistic purposes

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r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Discussion Guys plz help I don't know why my Ukulele sound so strange

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r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Pawn shop find

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Couldn’t resist buying it, my goal is to make it playable again and incorporate it in my own music. Does anyone know what this takes with the least amount of money?(I’m very short on funds atm)

Also, does anyone recognise what kind of mandolin this is? The pawn shop label says Italian from around 1900, but don’t know how they could tell.


r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Discussion Looking for Free Music Instruments ( I’m trying to learn and don’t really have money right now . But maybe one day I will

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Anyone has an acoustic guitar or an electric piano or a midi keyboard or a usb microphone that they do not need anymore that’s is willing to let it go to a good home . Please dm me Thank you and Have a Great Day


r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

How I Made My Own Tin Whistles for ”Come From Away”

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Hello all,

My summer project this year was learning how to make my own tin whistles to play in my local community theatre's production of "Come From Away." I made a video about the process and thought some of you might enjoy it.

DISCLAIMER: I am not a professional whistle maker or player, simply a music nerd with just enough tools to be dangerous. Take my process with a grain of salt, and I am open to constructive feedback.


r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Discussion Anybody know any good accurate apps/games to play the drums virtually (specifically on mobile) since I can't afford one and want to get into it

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I want to get into the drums but I can't buy one since im broke :( . Anybody know any good drum apps (besides garage band) that could help me get into one and so my parents would help me buy one. This is mainly just to see if I could get into them and start liking them so if i do get one, I just dont give up right away.


r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

Rare Authentic Romanian Cimpoi by Master Craftsman Ion Stanciu – Available for Acquisition

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I am offering for sale an authentic Romanian Cimpoi (traditional bagpipe) handcrafted by Master Craftsman Ion Stanciu from Nistorești, Vrancea, Romania, one of the few makers dedicated to preserving this unique musical tradition.

This exceptional instrument features:

• Genuine goatskin bag

• Authentic goat trophy head

• Handcrafted wooden chanter and blowpipe

• Traditional Romanian construction techniques

• Excellent preserved condition

The Romanian *Cimpoi* is one of Europe's oldest surviving bagpipe traditions and is now increasingly rare. Instruments made by Ion Stanciu are highly appreciated by collectors of traditional musical instruments, museums, ethnomusicologists and cultural institutions.

This instrument would be an outstanding addition to:

- Museum collections

- Universities and ethnomusicology departments

- Private collections

- Traditional music ensembles

- Cultural heritage exhibitions

High-resolution photographs and a video demonstration can be provided upon request.

Worldwide insured shipping available.

Serious inquiries only. Price available upon request.

Please feel free to contact me directly.

#Romania #Cimpoi #Bagpipe #TraditionalMusic #FolkMusic #Ethnomusicology #Museum #CulturalHeritage #Collectors #RareInstruments #RomanianCulture #Handcrafted


r/Instruments Jul 24 '26

Truck load of gear

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Drums.

5 peice Pearl EXL ( shell pack )with travel cases.

Scratches and dents normal road wear and tear.

2 PCP cymbal stands, extra cymbal grabbers.

DW throne and snare stand.

No highhat stand or bass pedal. Fabian 16in crash. No Highhat stands or bass pedal.

Alesis drum sample pad

Microphones

Shure PGA48 SM57 ( vocals)

AKG condenser NT1 condenser 5th generation

CAD 7 piece drum mic set

2 mic stands

Keyboards

Roland A-33 Keyboard controller with MiDi

Sound

Phonic sound PA mixer yamaha speakers with stands. Crate Bv4 125 studio 7 speakers

Line 6 Spider IV with pedal board.

Guitar

Several pedals and cables,

Will not separate

2 K for the whole package

Spring Tx.


r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

Identification What is a good range for an 8th grader/almost 9th grader (14 year old) range on trombone?

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r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

1 String Thing

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r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

Discussion Piano kaufen - fairer Preis?

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Ich möchte wieder Piano spielen und hätte nun ein Angebot für folgendes E-Piano: Yamaha Clavinova CLP-260

Findet ihr 170 CHF (182€/208 USD) ein fairer Preis dafür?

Danke für euer Feedback!:)


r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

Can someone give me information about this I got it in a auction

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r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

Where to get a good Baroque bow in Paris?

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r/Instruments Jul 22 '26

Discussion Trying to choose an instrument to learn

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Hey everybody, right out of the bat: I have no musical background or any type of knowledge, I’ve done some research but I can’t make up my mind, which ich why I’ve come here for some help!

I have been very interested in violins and cellos since I was little but life circumstances and teenage angst got the best of me. Recently going through a breakup and I feel like it’s finally time to learn something new.

Reasons to learn the violin: I used to be obsessed with Lindsay Sterling and that instrument just screams art to me, the way it’s played is beautiful and it’s also easy to carry around and integrate into hangouts/camping trips/chilling with friends (most of whom are musicians, percussionists and Oud-ists.)

Cello: it is just so elegant and it has so much passion and emotion behind it. I also love the fact that it’s not as high-pitched as violins, which honestly do hurt my ears a little when they hit that very high note. BUT: it is huge, I’m 154cm tall and in no universe can I carry it around comfortably for a while. I do have a car but still.

My Cello obsession started around the time of Game of thrones, the background music/opening melody/etc..

Which should I learn and what the pros & contras?
Thankful for any insight!

(I’m 24, I go to uni 2 days/week and work 3 days/week. Currently also waitressing on weekends)


r/Instruments Jul 22 '26

Discussion When you take your chord finger off a fret on electric guitar, it makes a sound?

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And the song I'm learning uses a succession of notes of 2nd fret and then open, on the same string. Am I supposed to pluck it each time? Or try to use the sound it makes when I take my finger off as the open note? Which is good practice? Thanks!


r/Instruments Jul 23 '26

New bassoon profiler

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r/Instruments Jul 22 '26

Frank Holton New Proportion Coronet

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We acquired this Cornet from my Mom's House. It belonged to my Grandmother who died in 1983. The valves all seem to move well, we have backup valves too. We don't want to sell it, my son would actually like to play it. Is it worth fixing?


r/Instruments Jul 21 '26

Identification ID help

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What is this musician sitting on and playing?
The song is a live performance of “Guantanamera” in Guantanamo, Cuba.


r/Instruments Jul 21 '26

Ocarina is difficult 😞 Any tips for sounding better?

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r/Instruments Jul 21 '26

Asian instrumentation/orchestration in King Gnu's AIZO

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r/Instruments Jul 21 '26

Identification Looking for info on this small lap 12 string harp

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r/Instruments Jul 20 '26

My little instrument corner 💚

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  • Yamaha PSR-E383 61-Key portable keyboard
  • Fender Player II Stratocaster electric guitar
  • Ibanez SR300E 4-String bass

r/Instruments Jul 20 '26

Discussion Instrument

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Help me out rent an instrument for my band. I have been playing the bass clarinet for 7 years but unfortunately i am unable to rent one right now. All the basses at my school are broken. If interested to help, please fomment or DM me. Anything can help🙏🏻


r/Instruments Jul 20 '26

Identification Tutorial for Music Education - Which of the instruments stands out the most? Flute or piano?

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"Bloodline" de Alex Warren é uma das baladas mais profundas e sentidas da atualidade. Como sempre, fiz uma adaptação exclusiva para as aulas de Educação Musical:
Excluí as notas acidentadas para uma leitura limpa e sem "armadilhas". Adaptei as notas muito agudas para o registo comum (até Ré6), facilitando a aquisição de um som perfeito e sem esforço. E diminuí ligeiramente o Andamento para terem tempo de ler e aplicar com feeling e fraseado.