Khomus "Shaman's Grunting" in a Boot-Shaped Case
Archived model (?)
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When looking at this incomprehensible object with a width smaller than the little finger and with sticking out on both sides of the reed, there are doubts about whether it is intended at all for holding in the hand. The intriguing name even more adds fuel to the fire - who wouldn't want to know how shamans grunt, or even experience the healing effect of this famous ritual?
jaw harp more or less conveniently lies in the "pinch" of closed index, middle and thumb. Strike! The expected grunting does not work... And it turns out quite traditional vibrating, not very loud, with a slightly raspy, sound.
The reed is soft, but since its end has neither a rounded loop nor even a bend, alternating inward and outward strokes are impossible. And due to its subtlety, it also requires increased accuracy of the direction of stroke.
By articulation, the sound changes easily, by running small volumes of air - too. With deep, strong breathing, the air itself begins to whistle, and the jaw harp does not particularly react.
The collection will look good, but the role of the main musical instrument is likely not suitable.
The reed is soft, but since its end has neither a rounded loop nor even a bend, alternating inward and outward strokes are impossible. And due to its subtlety, it also requires increased accuracy of the direction of stroke.
By articulation, the sound changes easily, by running small volumes of air - too. With deep, strong breathing, the air itself begins to whistle, and the jaw harp does not particularly react.
The collection will look good, but the role of the main musical instrument is likely not suitable.
