SOUND WORLD MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

The world of music has so many colors & textures to it that are presented to us as part of a rich world heritage. Through the diversity of human cultures and imaginations, we are given this treasure of musical invention made possible by the peoples of this unique planet taking differing approaches to the mechanics and aesthetics of creating the essential rhythms and melodies of their lives. Sound World Instruments hopes to be your window on that world by carrying the widest assortment of acoustic, and occasionally electronic, world instrumentation and accessories from around the globe.
 
Our lineup of classic instruments and cool instruments includes World Drums & Percussion instruments with such familiar names as the Djembe & the Kalimba, whose origins are African, to the Tablas and the Singing Bowls of India. If your tastes run a bit more eclectic, perhaps the ancient Semsemia Egyptian Harp or the Digeridoo, of Australian heritage would be the sound connection you’re looking for…if so, check out SWI’s Harps & Accessories and Wind Instruments sections.

Kids' Drums & Other Noisy Stuff, need we say more! Well…the answer is yes! These children's musical instruments are, first & foremost chosen for “fun factor,” just ask a kid if you’ve forgotten this essential criterion. Then, for the BIG people, they must be designed for ease of cleaning, years of durability and safe play.

The regal sound of the Bagpipes is familiar to us all, but historical evidence points to its beginnings in what is commonly referred to as the “Cradle of Civilization,” Mesopotamia, how’s that for name dropping? You’re invited to view the more modern Gaelic equivalent and it’s regular rhythmic companion, the Bodhran, in the aisles of SWI labeled Bagpipes & Accessories and Bodhrans & Accessories.

Your fellow sound wave explorers @ Sound World Instruments hope to be your first and favorite source for all the things you love to pluck, strum, strike or bow! So, set your compass (alias, mouse) to the destination String Instruments by simply clicking on this link. Okay, you knew that…after all, you’re Mesopotamia’s children! Go figure!!

Frame drums are one of the most ancient types of musical instruments known to mankind. You are hereby challenged to explore & discover its global plurality right here in Frame Drums, Tambourines & Accessories.

If you're looking for unusual or period instruments, including drums, string and wind instruments, you must visit our Renaissance, Colonial & Medieval Instruments section. We hope to be the musical source for your civil war reenactment or boisterous medieval festival.

Harmoniums & Shruti Boxes represent a most important instrument in many genres of Indian music. Our instruments are crafted by some of the preeminent instrument makers of India, such as Pakrashi & Co. and Monoj Kumar Sardar & Bros.

Some of our perennial customer favorites are included in our extensive Latin & Brazilian Style Instruments collection and the newest addition, presented by the “iPod Pup” himself, “WOW! NEW & Euphonious Stuff!” It’s a must see!

The more meditative spirits among us will appreciate the extraordinary variety of Chinese & Tibetan gongs represented in Gongs & Stands.

Our wide range of available Musical Accessories, including tuners & pickups, will make your performance or jam session all the more enjoyable. Our music instruments store supplies everything from Instrument Cases Plenitudinous, Instrument & Music Stands, Instrument Instruction / Books, CDs & DVDs to string sets in the category “No Strings Attached!”.

OUR HOPE, FOR A SOUND WORLD
Wherever your personal musical soundscape seeks to transport you, from the Scottish Highlands to the Australian Outback, from the shores of the Ganges River to the rainforests of Brazil...we at Sound World Instruments would love to be a part of your sound journey!

All Aboard !!!