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Free Reed

Free Reed involves the air-stream (generated by breath or a bellow) being directed against a lamella (reed tongue), setting it in periodic vibration through a closely fitted slot (reed is slightly  smaller than framed slot).  Examples may include:  mouthorgan, accordion, or reed organ.

Cambodia ‘Ploy’

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China ‘Hulusi’

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China ‘Sheng’ (A)

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China ‘Sheng’ (B)

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China ‘Warring States’ Free Reed

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India ‘Harmonium’

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Japan ‘Shō’

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Korea ‘Saenghwang’ (Mouth Organ)

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Thailand ‘Khaen’ (Mouth Organ)

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Vietnam: Hmong ‘Khen’

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