Lyömäkielisoittimet

Lyömäkielisoittimet, also known as percussion string instruments, are a category of musical instruments that produce sound when their strings are struck or beaten. This method of sound production distinguishes them from plucked or bowed string instruments. The action of striking the strings can be performed directly by the player's hands or mallets, or indirectly by mechanical means.

Examples of lyömäkielisoittimet include the piano, where hammers strike the strings, and the dulcimer, where strings are struck with small hammers. Other less common instruments also fall into this category. The timbre and volume of the sound are influenced by the material and tension of the strings, the type of striking implement used, and the resonance of the instrument's body. The historical development of lyömäkielisoittimet has led to a wide variety of designs and sonic capabilities, making them a significant and diverse group within the world of musical instruments. Their versatility allows them to be used in numerous musical genres, from classical to folk music.