The Sound of Ancient Instruments

Hear the voice of instruments recreated from historical sources and discover
the basics of playing them.
Listen to the Instruments Go to Lessons

Lidten the Sound

Carnyx
An ancient wind instrument dating back to the Bronze Age
Tagelharpa
Stringed instruments of the Scandinavian peoples, skalds, and poets
Lyre
Traditional folk instruments known for their gentle, harmonious sound
Gusli
Nine-string Novgorod gusli, reconstructed from 12th-century archaeological finds.
Gudok
A traditional Slavic bowed string instrument

Follow these care recommendations, and your instrument will bring you years of enjoyment

Avoid direct sunlight

Avoid exposing the instrument to direct sunlight or sudden changes in temperature and humidity. When traveling, keep it in the waterproof case provided with your instrument.

Remember to apply rosin

Remember to apply rosin regularly. Apply it to both the strings and the bow hair. During the first few weeks of use, you may need to apply rosin more frequently.

Check the instrument’s tuning

Check the instrument’s tuning before playing. The recommended tuning is listed on the product page.

We're always in touch

We’re always happy to help with any questions about using your instrument. Feel free to get in touch!

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