Home page Home page Photo, Audio-Video & TV Musical Instruments Wind instruments and accessories Brumla Drumbla 8.5 x 3.3 cm Metal Mouth Harp with Circular Eye Silver Pocket Ethnic Musical Instrument for Beginners and Relaxation
Brumla Drumbla 8.5 x 3.3 cm Metal Mouth Harp with Circular Eye Silver Pocket Ethnic Musical Instrument for Beginners and Relaxation

Brumla Drumbla 8.5 x 3.3 cm Metal Mouth Harp with Circular Eye Silver Pocket Ethnic Musical Instrument for Beginners and Relaxation

Silver brumla with a circular eye at the top of the frame, fitting comfortably in the palm of your hand. An easy introduction to folk music, throat singing, and musical meditation. Full description
In stock
€45.63
Safe shopping Safe shopping
Overview
Brumla Drumbla 8.5 x 3.3 cm Metal Mouth Harp with Circular Eye Silver Pocket Ethnic Musical Instrument for Beginners and Relaxation

The silver brumla with a circular eye is a compact metal instrument that you can start playing practically immediately. The dimensions of 8.5 x 3.3 cm correspond to the size of a larger keychain, making it easy to carry in your pocket, in a case with musical accessories, or in a backpack. The frame is twisted into an oval eye at the top, from which two straight arms extend, between which a thin tongue with a bent end vibrates. The brumla, also known as drumbla or mouth harp, is used in the folk music of many nations. You create sound using your own mouth, which acts as a resonating chamber.

Even a complete beginner without musical training can learn to play. The arms of the frame rest gently against the front teeth, the lips remain relaxed, and you pluck the bent end of the tongue with a finger. By changing the shape of your mouth, moving your tongue, and breathing, you alter the pitch and timbre of the tone, producing a characteristic vibrating sound with distinct overtones. The instrument combines elements of Mongolian and Russian musical traditions and is well-suited for throat singing as well as for calm playing for relaxation. The tongue is held in the upper part of the frame by two rivets.

The oval eye at the top of the frame facilitates gripping and helps keep the instrument in the correct position at your mouth. While playing, you can thus focus your attention on rhythm and breath rather than on holding the instrument itself. The brumla sounds best in a quiet environment, where subtle changes in tone can be appreciated, but it can also be used when playing with a guitar, drum, or other folk instruments in a group of friends.

  • Type of instrument – brumla (drumbla, mouth harp)
  • Dimensions – 8.5 x 3.3 cm
  • Material – metal
  • Frame shape – circular eye at the top and two straight arms
  • Colour – silver
  • Playing method – plucking the tongue with a finger, mouth acts as a resonator
  • Suitable for – beginners, travellers, and enthusiasts of ethnic music
  • Contents of the package – 1 brumla

Before you start playing, try gently plucking to see in which position the tongue vibrates most freely, and adjust the grip of your lips accordingly. Hold the frame lightly, never clamping it between your teeth. After use, clean the instrument with a soft dry cloth and store it separately to prevent the tongue from being pressed by other objects. The brumla is perfect for walks in nature, by the fire, at music circles, or for moments when you just want to play for joy.

The compact brumla with a circular eye is suitable for an initial introduction to this ancient instrument. Its simple playing technique, small size, and characteristic vibrating sound make it a popular gift for musicians and those who are just starting with music. It is useful for relaxation, music education, at parties, and during performances. Thanks to its metal construction, you can always have it with you and play anywhere.

Price incl. VAT €45.63