179 dagu

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Chine=Han
body: wood; L. 34.0cm
membranes: ox hide, Dm. 21.5cm
beaters: 2, wood

Also called tanggu. Four hooks attached to the center of the body are hooked onto the four supports of a stand, and the upper drumhead is struck with 2 beaters. Used in folk instrumental ensembles and in the accompaniment of traditional theater.

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