List of musical instruments by Hornbostel–Sachs number: 321.322 explained
This is a list of instruments by Hornbostel-Sachs number, covering those instruments that are classified under 321.322 under that system. These instruments may be known as necked box lutes or necked guitars.
321.322 : Instrument whose body is shaped like a box (necked box lutes)
These instruments may be classified with a suffix, based on the method used to cause the strings to vibrate.
- 4: Hammers or beaters
- 5: Bare hands and fingers
- 6: Plectrum
- 7: Bowing
- 71: Using a bow
- 72: Using a wheel
- 73: Using a ribbon
- 8: Keyboard
- 9: Using a mechanical drive
List
References
- Classification of Musical Instruments: Translated from the Original German by Anthony Baines and Klaus P. Wachsmann. Erich M.. von Hornbostel. Curt Sachs . The Galpin Society Journal. 14. March 1961. 3–29. 10.2307/842168. 842168.
- Book: Wade, Graham. A Concise History of the Classic Guitar. 2001. Mel Bay Publications. 978-0-7866-4978-5. registration.