The ''ranat ek lek'' (, ) is a
metallophone used in the
classical music of Thailand. It is the smaller of the two sizes of
Thai metallophone; the larger one is called ''
ranat thum lek''.
This musical instrument was originated in the reign of King Rama IV (1854-1868).
The ''ranat ek lek'' consists of flat metal slabs placed over a rectangular wooden resonator. It is played with two bamboo sticks with padded ends.
The ''ranat ek lek'' is very similar to the
Khmer ''
roneat dek''.
See also
*
ranat (musical instrument)
References
External links
Listening
Khryang Tii : hit instruments (made of metal) pagefrom SEAsite
Plaque percussion idiophones
Keyboard percussion instruments
Thai musical instruments
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