Bullroarer / Australian Bullroarer – Handcrafted wood 30-45 cm, powerful sound audible up to 50 km in the bush!
Bullroarer / Australian Bullroarer – Handcrafted wood 30-45 cm, powerful sound audible up to 50 km in the bush!
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👉 Note: The Bullroarer, or Rhombe, is an ancient instrument of the Australian Aborigines. Traditionally used to communicate over distances, accompany initiation ceremonies or mark spiritual rituals, the sound could carry for miles in the bush.
📋 Fact sheet:
Features |
Details |
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Name |
Bullroarer / Rhombe |
Origin |
Australian Aboriginal tradition |
Materials |
Natural wood, sometimes painted or decorated with Aboriginal designs |
Design |
Simple or decorated depending on the model |
Functioning |
To be rotated around you to produce a low, resonant sound |
Sound |
Vibrant and captivating sound, adjustable according to the rotation speed |
Sizes |
Varies depending on model |
Uses |
Traditional rituals, music, sound meditation, atmosphere creation, performances |
History & Culture |
The bullroarer has been used for thousands of years by Aboriginal people to communicate over distances, accompany ceremonies, and mark initiation rituals. Its unique sound is considered to carry spiritual and protective messages. |
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