nyelcsövet
Nyelcsövet is a Hungarian term that translates to "tongue pipe" or "reed pipe" in English. It refers to a type of sound-producing mechanism found in various musical instruments, particularly those of folk traditions. The core principle of a nyelcsövet involves a vibrating reed, often made of metal or wood, that is set in motion by a stream of air. This vibration creates a specific pitch as it resonates within a pipe or chamber.
The construction and complexity of nyelcsövet mechanisms can vary significantly. In simpler instruments, a single reed
Instruments utilizing the nyelcsövet principle include certain types of bagpipes (dudás), hurdy-gurdies (tekerőlant), and some free-reed