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212.232Sets of double-conical rattle drums   Link to MIMO collections

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  • Sets of drums with tubular bodies that have a larger diameter at the middle than at the ends. The drum bodies are rectilinear, with an angular profile. Tightly stretched membranes enclose each drum body at either end. The membranes are indirectly struck by pendant or enclosed pellets, or similar objects, when the drum is shaken. (en)

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  • 212.232

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http://www.mimo-db.eu/HornbostelAndSachs/5590

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