Paiban
The is a clapper made from several flat pieces of hardwood or bamboo, which is used in many different forms of Chinese music. There are many different types of, and the instrument is also referred to as,,, or. Typical materials used for the include,, or, or bamboo, with the slats tied together loosely on one end with cord. It is held vertically by one hand and clapped together, producing a sharp clacking sound.
When used together with a small drum the two instruments are referred to collectively as. Somewhat confusingly, the clapper is sometimes also referred to, without the drum, as.
When used as part of a, the is used in several genres of , as well as in Beijing opera,, and Yue opera. It is also used in instrumental music, such as,,,,, and.