Shamanicshop Jewish harp/Shearwater hard / - A professional oral musical instrument in a wooden case (jaw harp) Beautiful sound of excellent quality Original Russian maultrommel (jaw harp, dan moi)

Rating: 5 out of 5 starsI'm thrilled to share my experience with the Shamanicshop Jewish Harp, also known as a Maultrommel in Germany, where I'm from. This instrument has been on my wishlist for a while, and I'm glad I finally got to try it!Pros:- Unique and captivating sound quality- The mouth harp itself is beautifully crafted with clean, precision-etched metal parts and a polished shine- It has a solid build with a bit of weight, improving with frequent use- This includes a stunning, hinged wooden case with intricate carvings and adornments- Glazyrin's reputation for producing high-quality instruments is evident in the characteristic soundCons:(Not necessarily 'cons', per se, but buyers new to mouth harps should definitely be aware of these things):- Requires proper technique to avoid discomfort or injury (I feel it's important to watch beginner tutorials before your first try at using this instrument.)- There is some initial stiffness with the main sound-producing part, but it improves with continued use.Overall:I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in exploring this unique instrument. The sound is pleasant, and the workmanship is exceptional. With practice, I'm confident in mastering the techniques to fully enjoy this beautiful mouth harp. 5 stars, without a doubt!

Mine is tuned a bit lower, around 72hz, but it sounds excellent. The tolerance of the tongue and arms is very tight, which can make playing difficult if your plucking is sloppy, but it opens up a lot of possibilities for making more unique sounds and greater dynamics. All edges are ground smooth and polished, leaving no sharp edges or burrs. Despite the care taken to make a smooth instrument, the shape just isn't particularly comfortable for me to hold for long periods, and it may become very uncomfortable for those with joint/wrist problems. While the protective box may appear to be made of inexpensive plywood, it is beautifully etched and well constructed - it really is a clever design, and it does a good job of protecting the harp.It's worth mentioning that the tongue is stiffer than that of the Glazyrin Compass I ordered, which is only 1hz off in tuning and has the same tolerances, and the playing experience is totally different - they both have their positives, and I'm really glad I ordered both as they are suited to different styles of playing despite being so similar.Overall an excellent jaw harp, and while it may be a bit difficult for new players, it is an excellent choice and in my opinion worth the extra effort to learn good habits and plucking techniques. I never thought such a "simple" instrument would be worth as much as these go for, but I think it's well worth it. The craftsmanship is top notch, and the musicality is excellent.

I have a few different Jewish harps, but I find this one is kind of tempermental. You can't so a lot of pressure tonal changes because the channel for the spring is so narrow. Maybe I'm just not good at it? I have no idea. It's beautiful and sturdy and the box it comes with is gorgeous. OVerall I love it, but I struggle to play it.

This instrument shows not only great craftsmanship but also very nice aesthetics/art work. The cases are also very nicely done and are perfect to store the instrument safely (especially when traveling).This is the largest one of their lineup I have seen so far and seems to be a little more difficult to play. I am not a jaw harp expert by any means though but this instrument does sound really good and motivates me to learn how to play it properly and well. Very nice instrument and well made.

This "jaw harp" is really nice. It arrived without a box but was wrapped in protective padding. A box would really help with the presentation. Once I opened it up I like the wood case. It protects the harp very well when placed in your pocket. A bent harp is useless so the case is a great addition. My harp arrived clean, obviously I wiped it down before using but I checked for any sorts of oil, none, it was clean and ready to use after a quick paper towle wipe. The sound from this harp is better than others I have used. The quality of the steel and the connections is above what one typically sees. The range of notes possible is what one would expect. This is a great item for anyone who records music and needs a unique sound to add to a track. I let my 14 year old try it out, she loved it. Maybe a bit too high quality for kids more of an adult instrument.