Have you ever compared the sound of Western and Japanese musical instruments? In fact, even though they are the same “instruments,” Western and Japanese instruments sound completely different. What are the differences between Western and Japanese instruments? Let’s take a peek. Western instruments are made of man-made materials such as metal and plastic, and therefore produce a crisp, clear sound…
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