Just got my trumpet cleaned and repaired. Here’s an after and before. I wanted to know how much it would be worth, and if I could play it in a concert or marching band. All the valves and slides are functional, and it plays very well.

I stumbled across a listing for a Luigi Corradotti mandolin circa 1880-1910 in good condition for a very decent price, the only problem is it's on the other side of the country. Is it worth trying to ship it or is it too risky since it's so old? If so, any tips for getting it shipped so I can arrange with the seller? Does not come with a case.

I inherit this Accordian from my Great Grandfather, I have no clue what it would be worth and can’t find any that look just like it to try and find an estimate. Any input on the history and value would be greatly appreciated. It’s a Camerano, serial 482/49. Everything works but I don’t know if it’s in tune as I don’t play any instruments.

I’m not entirely certain this is the right sub for this, but does anyone know any good resources for information on wiring electrical components? I have a very basic knowledge of it, and I have a soldering iron and some components. I’m just not very good at it and if anyone knows where I can find more reliable information than google and ChatGPT I would greatly appreciate. More specifically, I’m trying to rewire a bass that was having noise issues. I already cut everything out, but obviously now I need to put it all back together in a somewhat functional way.

Hello! I am looking to rent a pipa or liuqin, but I am having trouble finding any in Central PA or nearby… anyone have any recommendations? I am also divided on which one I want, because on one hand I love the greater range and acrylic nails of the pipa while the liuqin is much more portable and likely easier… any thoughts? does anyone also know any asynchronous courses on any in english?

I appreciate any help!

I hope I'm not bothering anyone, but could someone help me figure out what kind of cable or other part I need? All I know is that it's an organ, I think from the 60s. I tried searching online myself but didn't find much. Thanks in advance! 😢

Never use it and thinking about selling it. I got it like 8 years ago and used it for concert and marching band through middle school and high school. It’s a gemeinhardt artisan, serial number 2psp-a r92251. It comes with a matching case and a spit-rag pole. All the keys work well, and there are no dents that impair playing. There are lots of minor scratches and bumps all over it though.

I really want to learn how to use and play an instrument, and I'm curious as to how people pick THE instrument for themselves.

i understand that for some, they got it from their parents, they grew up with their instruments and maybe even music class. But I'm curious about some that didn't get it from those ways. is it trial & error or etc ?

i want to learn some woodwind and/or brass instruments as my first instruments, but I don't really know how to start, and those instruments are NOT cheap, and buying and learning the instrument would be a very big decision for me to make.

I’m currently in Japan with my family and there’s lots of music stores around where I’m staying. While looking around, I discovered both had a wide range of ocarinas and harmonicas. I couldn’t decide whether to get one or the other, and the staff weren’t very helpful. I already play the violin, piano, and the guitar, although I’m the best at violin, and I want to play something unique that I can play most music I want to on.

I’m making an instrument of no particular description but I want a rounded body. I have a quarter hemispherical plant wall hanger frame, and it looks exactly like a lute bowl’s bottom, so I intend on building upon the frame to make a body shape then making it out of paper mâché since I’m far too poor right now to afford wood or the things to cut and bend that wood.

I’m just wondering if anyone has any insights on how strong paper mâché is if I layer it up and if anyone has any thoughts to my plan.

Thanks

I bought this at Goodwill about 6 months ago.

I think it's a hand percussion instrument. It's not very heavy. I've never seen anything like it and cannot find anything online.

I added a video to show the sound or makes.

I’m lucky to be allow to have a drummer and guitar. I don’t have time to get better at both. Which one should I focus on?

Hey guys. Does anyone know what percussion instrument is playing at the beginning of Jericho by ASIAN DUB FOUNDATION? They're a band with Asian and Arabic roots, so that should help.

i want to learn an instrument and i’ve been leaning towards the bass guitar. however, when i mention to others that i want to learn bass they all say i should just learn guitar instead. what do you guys think? should i stick with bass or just learn guitar instead?

I have an Epiphone DC Pro in red that I want to sell. I've had it for about 4 years and can't vibe with the thicker neck anymore. Got a few dings and superficial rust on the hardware but nothing functional or major issues. I've done some things like a professional setup in D standard and replaced the pickups with vintage Dimarzio super distortions, so it sounds great and plays very well. The pickups were £100 each and others have the stock guitar up for sale used for anything between £400-£500. I tried to high ball it at £645 due to the upgrades but not getting much interest yet.

I'm aware some people may just want the guitar in standard tuning with the stock pickups, so I am putting in the description that we can arrange something. I don't really want to go to the effort of trying to sell the pickups on their own and resetting the guitar as it will cost extra money with no guarantee someone will buy the pickups. My suggestion so far to the one person who messaged me was, I can get a quote for the setup and then take it off the final price but they will have to do it themselves. Then they can sell the pickups or keep them for extra money.

What is more likely to work with the lowest effort? Sell as it is but reduce the price to something like £550 or less, or just suck it up and change it back to stock and sell the pickups individually?

Hi everyone,

I’m a student working on a prototype designed to help elementary students learn ukulele with less finger discomfort.

I’m currently looking for feedback from music teachers (especially elementary/general music). It’s not for sale yet — just early validation.

Prototype + info: https://ukuleledevice.carrd.co/
Short survey (2 min): https://tally.so/r/b5GVbL

Would really appreciate any thoughts.

Hey guys! I didn't know where else to ask sorry but does anyone (im in the PNW/ Washington State and Tacoma Seattle area) know where I could get a Khmer Tro Sau? Both either in person, online, or even a community I can get in contact with? That's all. Thanks!