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Description
The Kombu is a kind of a wind instrument usually seen in Tamil Nadu and Kerala (South Indian states). It is a kind of a Natural Horn.
How it is played : The kombu is played by holding it with both hands and blowing air into it like a trumpet.
Fact: It can only produce three notes (sa, pa, and higher sa).
Structure
Modern kombus are made out of bronze and are either in 'C' shape or 'S' shape (like a longhorn).
Origin
South India, more than 2000 years ago.
Current Dominant Usage
The Kombu is currently mainly used in the temples of South India during prayers.
Similar Instruments
Aliases : Kompu, Kombu Pattu.
References
Wikimedia Page for images
Wikipedia Link
A recording of Kombus being played in chorus (the leader improvises Kombu patterns on the spot and the chorus players repeat them).