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Gu Zheng, 21 Nylon Strings 21 strings, "Chinese Calligraphy Model" 4 octave range. Rosewood construction, hand carved. With padded bag and tuner. CHI070C $795.00

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Pipa A D E A tuning is the traditional tuning; originally strings were silk, now nylon or composite.Played with fingernails (often with special “fingernail” picks) in a style similar to flamenco.Held upright in the lap. Modern version is chromatic fretted. This has low action and needs the frets adjusted. CHI005 $240.00
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Professional Bon Di bamboo flute Tunable, bound bamboo flute, with membrane hole, size varies, typically 17" to 26" in length, bright sound. Key of C/F. CHI011CF $125.00

Hu Lu Si An amazing reeded pipe instrument from China, HuLuSi brings distinct sound to your music. One seven-holed pipe acts performs melody, while the others sound in supporting drone tones. Crafted of bamboo and gourd, its sound is soft and haunting, often used as a solo instrument.

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Sound Sample CHI086 $145.00

Chinese Guan Zi, in D major The Guan Zi is a unique Chinese open reed instrument, ours keyed to D major. Crafted of heavy, strong rosewood, with stainless steel decorative end caps on both sides the instrument. Six finger holes and one thumb hole, playing in well tuned concert pitch. Includes Guan Zi reed. CHI093 $264.95

Suona In C Crafted of indigenous woods with a metal bell at one end and a double reed on the other. Approximately fifteen inches in length, with a one and one half octave sounding range. Pitch can vary slightly between instruments, but well tuned to itself.

The suona is sometimes called “Chinese trumpet,” the suona originates from traditional Chinese folk music and is essential at weddings and theatric performances. In ancient China, it could even be found in palace rituals. Though small, the suona produces a powerful sound thanks to its short pipe shaft. Its clear, resonant timbre instantly captures the audience’s attention.

The suona and oboe are both double-reed woodwind instruments, but they too have their distinctions. You can picture a suona reed as a flattened drinking straw. To make an oboe reed, however, the cane is spliced, folded, and then bound together. Basically, two pieces instead of one.

And although suona and oboe reeds are both cut from the upper half of the cane stalk instead of the bottom, like clarinet and saxophone reeds, the oboe reed comes from the outer layer of the plant, while the suona reed comes from the inner stalk.

7 fingerholes and a thumbhole.Measures 16" from bell to end of staple.

CHI224 $50.00

Synthetic Suona Reed Package Of Two Good playing reed, Well made in the USA. CHI225P $12.00

Yiu Gu Drums, Painted Design These attractive Chinese drums have a delightful sound and are easy to play. They have metal rings so that you can attach a strap, wear them around your neck, and play them while you stand or march. Hand Painted Yiu Gu 5" x 12". DRU358 $135.00

Jade Flutes Black Jade Flute. JFL001 $775.00

Green Jade Flute Wonderful flutes made of solid jade. 20" long, pitched in the key of A, (other keys: D,G, and B available sometimes). These flutes are well in tune, have wonderful tone and are amazing to look at and hold. 6 holes and embouchure hole with an extra hole for a vibrating membrane that adds an incredible tone color to the flute. If you don't want to use the membrane you may put a piece of tape over the hole. The flutes with the membrane are traditional to China and called Dizi. The membrane is the pith from the inside of bamboo (included). Easily attached with a little white glue or traditionally with some juice from a garlic clove. You can see these Jade Flutes being made and hear them being played. JFL003 $850.00

Green Jade Flute (second) Made of solid jade, 6 holes and embouchure hole with an extra hole for a vibrating membrane you may put a piece of tape over the hole,Pitch varies according to what is in stock, InChina these are called aDIZI.(Note written on flute is the Chinese key--Western key is a fourth lower)Repaired crack. Plays fine. Strong repair. Includes extra membranes. SEC2801 $750.00

17 inch Suona, Keyed with case 17" Suona, Keyed with case Cninese oboe or shawm WIN130 $210.00
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Lion Cymbal, 14 Inch (35cm) 14 inch Lion Cymba. These traditionally made Lion cymbals have what many consider to be THE china sound.They are hand hammered and hand lathing. Essentially unchanged for thousands of years, skilled craftsmen shape and tune every cymbal by hand for a unique sound.Measures 14". WLC14 $43.90

Lion Cymbal, 17 3/4 Inch (45cm) 17 3/4 inch Lion cymbals

These traditionally made Lion cymbals have what many consider to be THE china sound.

They are hand hammered and hand lathing. Essentially unchanged for thousands of years, skilled craftsmen shape and tune every cymbal by hand for a unique sound.Measures 17-3/4".

WLC18 $73.90

Lion Cymbal, 21 1/2 Inch (55cm) 21 1/2 inch Lion cymbals

These traditionally made Lion cymbals have what many consider to be THE china sound.

They are hand hammered and hand lathing. Essentially unchanged for thousands of years, skilled craftsmen shape and tune every cymbal by hand for a unique sound.Measures 21-1.2".

WLC22 $137.90

Lion Cymbal, 25 1/2 Inch (65cm) 25 1/2 inch Lion cymbals

These traditionally made Lion cymbals have what many consider to be THE china sound.

They are hand hammered and hand lathing. Essentially unchanged for thousands of years, skilled craftsmen shape and tune every cymbal by hand for a unique sound.Measures 25-1/2".

WLC26 $209.00

Yueqin or Yuet Chin Moon guitar, 3 strings (4 pegs), standard model, rosewood construction, hand carved, comes with a padded case CHI004 $299.00

Zheng, 21 strings with Stand The Zheng or Chinese Koto is a famous traditional Chinese plucked instrument which developed from a small instrument made of bamboo originally used by ancient herdsmen. It proved to be very popular even in ancient times, as early as the Ch'in Dynasty. CHI010 $795.00

Large Sanxian Pronounced “san-shyen”means “3 strings”ancestor of Japanese shamisenfretless long neck, played with pick or fingerscomposite strings.

A closely related musical instrument is the Japanese shamisen, which is derived from the sanxian but which generally uses cat or dog skin rather than snakeskin to cover its resonator. Even more closely related is the Okinawan sanshin, which is also covered in snakeskin.

Comes with funky hardshell case with felt lining

Weight with case: about 12Tuning ADA

CHI027 $675.00

Erhu, Better with case pronounced almost like English words “are who?”cantonese Yi-wu (yee-woo)Tuning: DABow goes between the two strings, both sides of the bow must be rosined to get a sound, the sound box is covered with snake skin,no fingerboard- fingers just touch strings for different stops, rosewood pegs,mellow and bright ,comes with plush hard case,body diameter-4”body length- 5 1/4”total length-32” CHI053 $399.00

Erhu String Set Description coming soon! CHI056S $14.00

Gu Zheng, 21 Nylon Strings 21 strings, "Crane Model" 4 octave range. Rosewood construction, hand carved. With padded bag and tuner. CHI070 $895.00

Gu Zheng Pronounced “goo jung”. 26 nylon strings. About 5’ 7” in length. Pentatonic scale starting with the highest note E D A G E. CHI071 $1250.00

Yang Qin - Professional Yang Chin With Stand “Yang qin” means “foreign zither instrument” in Chinese, and was adapted from hammered dulcimers introduced to china by outsiders.This professional large model has a 4 octave chromatic range, and is made with a maple wood frame, Dongbei pine soundboard rib, maple sound board,paulownia wood topboard,covered panels over the tuning pins, and comes with tuning wrench and case. Large very heavy best to pickup. CHI078 $860.00

Yang Qin or Yang Chin, Student “Yang qin” means “foreign zither instrument” in Chinese, and was adapted from hammered dulcimers introduced to china by outsiders.this smaller student model has a 3 1/2 octave range, is mostly chromatic apart from a few low notes, and is made with a maple wood frame, Dongbel soundboard rib, maple sound board,paulownia wood topboard, 100 strings, 30bridges that hold the strings,total length at the longestpoint to point 40", width 14 1/2", comes with tuning wrench and case CHI079 $380.00

Stand for Gu Zheng This stand is crafted of dark wood, with four stabilizing legs, and shaped like an upside down letter U, total height 21" leg width 11", tray on top length 11-1/2", tray on top width 3-1/2". Fits instrument body up to: 12-10/16" (large stand end), 9-1/2" (small stand end). CHI080 $120.00

Replacement Bridge for Erhu With work with any Erhu. CHI116 $3.00

Replacement Bridge for Gu Zheng Works with any Gu Zheng. CHI117 $5.00

Good Student Model Erhu Pronounced almost like English words "are who?", in Cantonese Yi-wu (yee-woo). This a great quality instrument at a very competitive price for those wishing to learn how to play.

The sound box is covered in the traditional manner with snake skin. The student model uses conventional friction tuning and does not include fine tuners. Measures 32 x 5 inches.

Tuned: DA. The bow goes between the two strings, both sides of the bow must be rosined (rosin cake included), no fingerboard: fingers just touch the strings for different stops. Mellow and bright sound. CHI120 $399.00

Pipa Student Model Four-striinged Chinese lute, paulownia wood construction,a soft-padded gig bag CHI222 $550.00

Pipa Best Model Four-stringed Chinese lute, paulownia wood construction, ebony fingerboard, a soft-padded gig bag CHI223 $695.00

#2 Temple Block (single) 2", comes in red & gold or natural finish. Striker included. CHI029 $6.45

Temple Block #3 Temple blocks, also known as wooden fish, are made of a hollow wooden block, and were originally used by Buddhist priests to beat rhythm when chanting scriptures. In recent years, a full set of wooden fish (as they are called in China) has been produced for use in the orchestra. Measures, 2-1/8".

Sound Sample CHI030 $8.00

Temple Block, Wooden Fish, #7, 3 inch 3.5" CHI034 $13.00

#9 Temple Block (single) 4", comes in natural finish. CHI036 $28.00

Wooden Temple Blocks, Wooden Fish, #10, 4 1/2 inch Wooden Fish, 4.5". CHI037 $18.00

Temple Block, Wooden Fish, #12, 5 1/2 inch 6". CHI039 $30.00

Flower Drum Chinese handheld barrel drum, genuine skin heads, held in one hand and played with a single stick in the other hand. Beautifully painted. CHI082 $600.00

Authentic Chinese Kettle Drum Large, red drum, shaped like a big bell or kettle. Double headed, with natural animal hide heads and double row of tacks, top surface 21" diameter, bottom head 10-1/2" diameter, approximately 22" drum height, 34" overall height when mounted on stand. Floor Stand and sticks included. Approximate weight 12 to 15 pounds.

Sound Sample CHI101 $460.00

Authentic Chinese Tang Drum Measures 6 x 13.5 inches.

Sound Sample CHI113 $44.00

Tong Zi Drum With Amazing Holographic Finish Measures 18" w x 18" d.

Sound Sample DRU370 $90.00

Beautifully Carved Woodblock These are the most beautiful woodblocks we've ever seen! They are intricately carved, and attractively decorated with inlaid mother of pearl. They sound as wonderful as they look. Playing sticks are included. The smaller model is 14"x4"x2.5", and the larger one is 15"x4.5"x2.75" Carved Wood Block Mother Of Pearl Inlay 14"x4"x2.5". PER350 $165.00

Temple Block 8 x 9 Handcarved from indigenous hardwoods, then painted in an eye catching gold and red temple bell finish, our lovely Chinese Temple Blocks are a valuable addition to any musical instrument collection. Use them in ensemble, in the studio, on stage, or display them as a decorative home decor item. Available in many sizes, and includes striker stick. PER380 $62.00

Temple Block (second) Originally per381. Wooden fish, painted red - Dimensions: 12-1/2" width x 14" depth. Cracked but still plays! SEC2268 $75.00

Two sided barrel drum (second) Chinese made 2 sided barrel drum, white finish SEC2722 $190.00

Two sided barrel drum Chinese made, natural finish - new SEC2723 $190.00

Dragon Drum with upright stand (second, was sps262) Repaired re-glued part. Cosmetic imperfections only! Plays fine. SEC2834 $1600.00

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