Guides

The Dizi looks deceptively simple - a bamboo tube with holes. But the key you start on, the bamboo it's made from, and the maker behind it will shape your first year of playing more than almost any other decision. This guide covers everything you need to know before buying, in plain language.

Most first-time Guzheng buyers focus on brand, appearance, and price. But the most important decisions - size, construction method, bridge quality, and nail type - are invisible to the untrained eye. This guide covers what actually matters, in plain language, so you can make a decision you won't regret.

Most players upgrade their Erhu before their bow. That's often the wrong order. This guide covers everything you need to know - Shanghai vs Beijing schools, what each bow actually sounds like, physical checks before you buy, and an honest recommendation for every level.

Rosin rarely gets much attention, but it affects how your bow grips the strings, which affects your tone every single time you practice. We ran a blind test on seven rosins to find out which one actually performs best for the Erhu. Here's what we found.