AsiaShopping

Musical Instrument shopping in Asia

  1. A

    Nakwon Musical Instruments Arcade

    Spread over the 2nd and 3rd floors of this large arcade is a dazzling maze of shops selling local and imported musical ­instruments and equipment of all kinds.

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  2. B

    Kitcharoen Dountri

    Kitcharoen Dountri specialises in Thai musical instruments, including flutes, whistles and drums, and CDs of classical Thai music.

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  3. C

    Moari

    New and restored Balinese musical instruments are sold here.

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  4. D

    Uighur Musical Instrument Factory

    You'll find long-necked stringed instruments running the gamut from souvenirs to collectors' items. If any traditional performances are on, owner Mohammed will know where to find them. This family-run place is on the street north of the post office.

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  5. E

    Pondok Bamboo Music Shop

    Hear the music of a thousand bamboo wind chimes at this store owned by noted gamelan musician Nyoman Warsa, who offers music lessons and stages shadow-puppet shows.

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  6. F

    Ading

    One of several small workshops in a row where you can have musical instruments and puppets made to order.

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