If you’re looking to explore different pitches with the Ney, here’s a breakdown of what you’re asking:

Deepest Tone:
The Davut Ney and the Mansur Ney are both known for producing lower pitches. However, the Davut Ney typically produces an even deeper, richer tone than the Mansur Ney. Both are suitable for playing more somber, meditative pieces because of their lower register, but the Davut Ney is the one to choose for the deepest sound. Highest Tone:
For higher-pitched music, the Bolahenk Nısfiye Ney would be ideal. It plays in a much higher register compared to the Kız Ney. Since you already play a Kız Ney, which is considered a mid-range Ney, the Bolahenk Nısfiye Ney will offer you the brighter, higher tones you are looking for. Difference Between Davut Ney and Mansur Ney:
- Davut Ney: Larger in size and produces the deepest tones, even lower than the Mansur Ney.
- Mansur Ney: A bit shorter than the Davut Ney, but still delivers a deep sound, though not as deep as the Davut.

In conclusion, for the highest pitch, you’d want to add a Bolahenk Nısfiye Ney to your collection. For the deepest tone, the Davut Ney would be the best choice, especially if you’re already familiar with the range of the Mansur Ney.

Hi, I wanted to ask which Neys would make the deepest tone and the highest tone. I have a Kiz ney I have been playing for almost a year. I wanted to play some of the music I know in a higher pitch and some in a deeper pitch also.

Would it be that I would need both a Bolahenk Nısfiye and a Davut Ney?

Also what’s the difference between the Davut Ney and the mansur ney? Does the Davut Ney produce a deeper pitch when played?

Hi Kim,

Thank you for reaching out to us.

As a beginner with a shorter height and smaller hands, we recommend starting with a ney in the keys of D (Re) or C (Do). These neys are shorter in length and more manageable for players with smaller hands and shorter arms.

Here are two ney options you can consider:

1. D Key Ney (Re): This ney is slightly shorter and easier to handle, making it a great choice for beginners.
2. C Key Ney (Do): Another excellent option for beginners, the C key ney is also manageable in size and offers a comfortable playing experience.

You can find these neys on our website. If you have any further questions or need assistance in making your choice, please feel free to contact us.
https://salamuzik.com/collections/ney/products/turkish-ney-akn-201
https://salamuzik.com/collections/ney/products/high-quality-turkish-ney-hnp-304

Thank you,
Sala Muzik Team

Hi. I’m an interested beginner in learning to play the ney. I am a female, short in height (5’0) with small hands. Which one(s) do you recommend? I read the info concerning length and all of the lengths above seem very long and may require the longer arms of a taller person and larger hands.

Thank you,

Kim R.