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GAYGEUM
Gayageum is an instrument that makes sounds by flunking the strings that played in Gaya. It also called Gayatgo since it used in Gaya (country). Different from Gumungo, it has a much clearer sound and has a similar sound with the voice of female because it has short echoes. There are two types of Gayageum, which are called Jeongak Gayageum and Sanjo Gayageum
JEONGAK GAYAGEUM
Jeongak Gayageum played during Bubgeum. This used Paulownia Tree. Cut into half and dig out the inside. This helps Jeongak Gyageum to play slow music and has heavy sounds. Also, since it played Pungrhu music, it was known to be enjoyed by Nobles.
SANJO GAYAGEUM
Sanjo Gayageum used Paulownia Tree in front and Chestnut tree at the back. It has thinner strings and has smaller gaps between the strings that make it able to play fast songs. Also, it has a bright and light sound, usually used for Sanjo and Folk song and enjoyed by people.
Gayageum has 12 strings that are thinner than the strings of Gumungo and has Anjok, which supports the strings. Anjok is a small wood pillar that looks like feet of goose. This Anjok can help Gayageum to adjust the notes by moving around. However, these days to play various sounds, increase the number of strings.
Gayageum played either by sitting on the floor or on the chair. And put a head part on the lap. Change the sounds by press or tremble the strings with the left hand.