Eason Music Pte Ltd

08/10/2025

ShopTalk #31 – The Case of the Bright Erhu

A customer came to try out an Erhu the other day — his second visit. This time, he brought along his own instrument.

He felt that his Hu Han Rou violet sandalwood Erhu sounded too bright and lacked warmth. He’s been playing for about 5–6 years. I tried his Erhu, and indeed it sounded thin and sharp — something wasn’t right.

Upon inspection, I found three issues:

Twisted bow hairs — not once, but twice around. That alone can choke the sound.

Damper placement — stuffed all the way down with no support in the middle. I re-adjusted it properly.

Overwrapped qianjin — wound too many times around the strings, affecting resonance. I retied it my standard way.

After fixing all that — voilà! The Erhu immediately sounded 100 times better. Still a little on the bright side (that’s its character), but now with much fuller mids, more body, and clearer articulation.

Another good day of saving the Erhu!

Takeaway: Sometimes the problem isn’t the instrument — it’s the setup. A proper check and adjustment can transform the tone completely.

06/10/2025

We’re dedicating this Zhongruan cover of “Moonlight in the City” to everyone. May there be peace and happiness this Mid Autumn Festival 🥮🎑

#城里的月光

02/10/2025

If you’re buying your first Erhu, please don’t make this mistake…

25/09/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 #𝟮𝟵 – 𝗧𝘄𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀, 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱

A customer called, worried that her Erhu had suddenly turned scratchy and unplayable after just 1–2 months. An Erhu doesn’t go bad overnight, so I suspected something had happened.

When she brought it in, the problem was obvious: the strings were twisted. She had tried to restring it herself after one broke, which caused the issue.

An Erhu’s tone may slowly change over time, but if it suddenly sounds bad, it’s almost always a setup problem — not the instrument itself.

Incidentally, I once made a TikTok about overlapping Erhu strings that reached nearly 1 million views. Most of the viewers probably don’t even own an Erhu!
👉 Watch here: https://www.tiktok.com//video/7354661974195621140

(Or search for EasonErhuExperience in TikTok if you can't click on the link)

Takeaway: An Erhu won’t fail overnight — if it does, check the setup. When in doubt, let professionals handle restringing.

24/09/2025

🎶 New Handmade Dizis by Master Guo Xinming 🎶

We’re excited to bring in a new collection of professional dizis from Guo Xinming — a respected maker from Hangzhou with over 15 years of experience. His instruments are trusted at the China Conservatory, Shanghai Conservatory, and by top performers such as Chen Yue (陈悦). They’ve even been featured on CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala.

🌟 Explore the Collection:
S$300 – High-End Model (Double Slot): Quality start for students & beginners
S$400 – Professional Dizi (Single Slot): Rich resonance & stronger projection
S$500 – Premium No-Joint Model with Ox Bone Tips: Perfect for ensembles, concerts & exams
S$1200 – Daqi Colored Lacquer Edition: 40+ layers of lacquer, unique patterns, collectible art with 100+ year lifespan

✨ Why choose Guo Xinming’s Dizis?
✔️ Full resonance & precise tuning
✔️ Crafted with both traditional & modern methods
✔️ Trusted by top musicians across China
✔️ Exclusive lacquer editions with lasting beauty

👉 Browse now: https://www.easonmusicstore.com/collections/dizi-instrument/guo-xinming

15/09/2025

🎉In celebration of Singapore’s 60th National Day and the 20th anniversary of the Singapore Ruan Ensemble, Harmonies Across the Seas will be presented as the closing concert of the 2025 Singapore Chinese Music Festival. This milestone event will be held on 26 September at 8PM at the Esplanade Concert Hall.

Supported by the Asian Civilisations Museum, this multimedia concert explores Asia’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. Featuring original works by Sulwyn Lok, the ensemble’s ruan musicians will join hands with renowned cross-disciplinary artists to take audiences on a musical journey across Asian civilisations, blending live music with guided storytelling and multimedia art.

Artistic Advisors:
Dr Tay Teow Kiat (President of Singapore Chinese Music Federation, Cultural Medallion recipient), Mr Law Wai Lun (Renowned composer, Cultural Medallion recipient), Mr Terence Ho (Vice President of Singapore Chinese Music Federation, Executive Director of Singapore Chinese Orchestra)

Composer: Mr Sulwyn Lok
👏Ticketing link: https://ticketing.sistic.com.sg/sistic/booking/has0925

12/09/2025

Two Zhongruans, two distinct voices.
Crafted by Liang Hao, these professional-grade instruments, one in Wenge Wood, the other in Red Huali wood, each bring out their own unique tone and character.

05/09/2025

To celebrate Singapore’s 60th year of independence, the Singapore Qinzheng Association proudly presents Beautiful Singapore — a special GUZHENG concert held on 13 September, 7:30 PM at the Singapore Conference Hall.

The concert explores the growth of guzheng in Singapore’s Chinese music scene through three movements: Heritage, Vision, and Fusion. It highlights the passing down of guzheng traditions across generations and celebrates the beauty of Singapore’s multicultural society.

为庆祝新加坡独立60周年，新加坡琴筝学会将于9月13日晚上7点半在新加坡大会堂隆重呈献《美丽的新加坡》古筝专场音乐会。本场音乐会以新加坡华乐古筝发展为主题，通过—传承、展望、融合三大乐章，展现古筝艺术的代际传承与多元文化魅力，传递“华夏情·天下筝人是一家”的美好愿景。

https://sistic.com.sg/events/sing0925

04/09/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸@𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 #𝟮𝟴 — 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗿𝗵𝘂 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝘂 𝗞𝗮𝗶 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗴

Yu Kai Ming is one of the most respected Erhu makers in China. With over 35 years of experience, his instruments are played by top musicians and have even been presented as national gifts overseas.

In this video, we explore his story and the art of Erhu making.

From the careful selection of materials — aged rosewood, sandalwood, and Burmese python skin — to the meticulous process of carving, assembly, and tuning, every step reflects his dedication to perfection.

The result? Erhus that are not only instruments but works of art, trusted by performers worldwide.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into creating a world-class Erhu, this video offers a glimpse behind the scenes.



https://youtu.be/1YyaBBd6Ie0

Yu Kai Ming is one of the most respected Erhu makers in China. With over 35 years of experience, his instruments are played by top musicians and have even be...

02/09/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸@𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 #𝟮𝟳 — 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀

In this video, I’m playing three gongs on stand — 80cm, 100cm, and 130cm. Each produces a different tone: the bigger the gong, the lower and louder the sound.

Did you know? At Eason Music, we don’t just sell instruments — we also provide gong rental.

Our gongs are perfect for:
- Grand openings
- VIP ceremonies
- Events where you want that unmistakable, powerful “bang”

You can even request multiple mallets, so each guest of honour gets to strike the gong together for maximum impact.

So if you’re planning an event and need that big, resonant moment, we’ve got you covered.

01/09/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸@𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 #𝟮𝟲 — 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂, 𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗽

One of my colleagues was learning the guitar. She struggled with bar chords and assumed it was her lack of skill — even her boyfriend told her so. She believed it.

But when I tried her guitar, I found the real issue: the action (string height) was far too high. Even I could barely hold a bar chord.

I grabbed an Allen key and adjusted the truss rod, straightening the neck and lowering the strings. Suddenly, the guitar felt comfortable. When I handed it back, she exclaimed:
“Hey, I can play a bar chord now!”

The lesson?
All instruments — whether Erhu, Guzheng, Zhongruan, or guitar — need proper setup. Without it, beginners might assume they lack talent, when in reality, the instrument itself is holding them back. Sadly, many even give up because of this.

Takeaway: Don’t blame yourself too quickly. Sometimes it’s not your skill — it’s the setup.

25/08/2025

𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸@𝗘𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 #𝟮𝟱 — 𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗬𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗾𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗼

Just like old cars, old Yangqins require care and attention!

Recently, a first-generation 402 Yangqin came in for a simple tuning and a few broken fret replacements. It should have been straightforward — until we opened the cover.

Inside, it looked like a car engine with parts installed carelessly. Some strings were left dangling, others wound in ways that would cause snapping, and one peg even had the string wound in the wrong direction.

We couldn’t leave it like that. Straightaway, we fixed the issues and gave this old Yangqin a much-needed “spa treatment,” restoring not only its playability but also its dignity.

The result? A Yangqin that’s safe, stable, and free from rattling strings — ready to keep singing even in its old age.

Takeaway: Old instruments deserve care, not only for sentimental value but also to prolong their lifespan. A well-maintained Yangqin can continue bringing music for years to come.