cupophone

A cupophone is a musical instrument that produces sound by striking a cup with a mallet. It is a type of idiophone, which is a category of musical instruments that produce sound through the vibration of the instrument itself, rather than through the vibration of a string or column of air. The cupophone is typically made of a hollow cup, often made of metal or ceramic, and a mallet used to strike the cup. The sound produced by a cupophone can vary depending on the material of the cup, the size of the cup, and the force with which the mallet is struck. Cupophones are often used in percussion ensembles and in various forms of experimental music. They are also used in some traditional musical cultures, such as in the music of the indigenous peoples of South America. The cupophone is a simple and versatile instrument that can produce a wide range of sounds, making it a popular choice for musicians and sound artists alike.