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Altai Jew's Harp V.P Extended 8.8 cm Brass Mouth Harp with Deeper Tone 70–80 Hz Golden Jew's Harp for Folk Music and Throat Singing

Altai Jew's Harp V.P Extended 8.8 cm Brass Mouth Harp with Deeper Tone 70–80 Hz Golden Jew's Harp for Folk Music and Throat Singing

The longer version of the brass Jew's harp V.P with a firm tongue lowers the sound. The fuller and deeper tone is suitable for slow melodies, meditation, and overtone singing. Full description
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Altai Jew's Harp V.P Extended 8.8 cm Brass Mouth Harp with Deeper Tone 70–80 Hz Golden Jew's Harp for Folk Music and Throat Singing

The extended version of the Altai Jew's harp V.P combines a firm tongue with a greater length, allowing it to play in a lower and calmer range. The frame is made of brass with a golden sheen, and the instrument measures 8.8 cm, making it comfortably fit in the palm or pocket. The longer tongue softens the pitch and gives the sound more space and depth. The extended Jew's harp is designed for players who wish to expand their options with a deeper and fuller register. It is rooted in the tradition of Altai and Siberian mouth harps, which are still used in folk music and rituals.

For this version, the seller states a tone frequency of 70–80 Hz and a tongue gap of 160–250 µm, resulting in a deep and calm tuning. The deeper fundamental tone creates a more pronounced foundation for overtone tones, which arise from changes in the shape of the mouth and the position of the tongue. Therefore, the extended Jew's harp is suitable for slow pieces, long sustained tones, meditation, and throat singing. It is played by plucking the bent end of the tongue with a finger, while the oral cavity acts as a resonator. You can change the pitch and timbre of the sound with your breath and tongue movement.

The longer body of the instrument is comfortable to hold between the fingers and feels stable while playing. The extended Jew's harp sounds fuller even in quiet environments, such as in a living room, outdoors, or during meditation practice. The tones resonate for a long time and smoothly, making it easy to manage slow, sustained melodies with pronounced overtone tones. Due to its calm and deep sound, it is also popular for relaxation and breathing exercises.

  • Type of instrument – Altai Jew's harp (drumla, mouth harp)
  • Model – V.P in extended length
  • Length – 8.8 cm
  • Frame material – brass
  • Colour – gold
  • Tone frequency – 70–80 Hz
  • Tongue gap – 160–250 µm
  • Character – firm tongue and deep tone
  • Suitable for – slow melodies, meditation, and overtone singing
  • Contents of the package – 1 Jew's harp V.P in extended length

When playing, gently rest the shoulders of the frame against slightly open teeth and ensure that the tongue vibrates freely and does not touch them. Start with a gentle pluck and gradually experiment with how the sound changes with the shape of the mouth and with inhalation or exhalation. After use, dry the Jew's harp with a soft cloth and store it in a case or fabric pouch to prevent the long tongue from bending. Protect the brass frame from moisture and impacts.

The extended Jew's harp V.P is a practical tool for players who wish to add deeper and richer tones to higher pitches. It stands up well during relaxation, playing by the fire, solo practice, and group music-making. It will delight those interested in ethnic and shamanic music, travellers, and experienced players. Its lower tuning gives melodies a calm and full character.

Price incl. VAT €144.93