The instrument is designed to extend the interval from the ryukaku (the fixed bridge on the performer's right) to pins and to have the function of percussion instruments so that a player can play strings (atonal) or beat (hit) there. |
竜角からピンまでの間隔を長くし、そこの位置で絃を弾いたり(無調音)、打ったり(打音)できるように工夫され、打楽器的機能も備えている。 |