A free online tanpura for riyaz and singing practice. It plays a continuous tanpura drone at the pitch you choose, so you can stay in shruti while you sing or play. No download needed.
A long-necked string instrument used in Indian classical music. Its strings are plucked in a steady cycle to make a drone, which singers and instrumentalists use as their pitch reference.
Pick a pitch from which you can sing your lower and upper notes comfortably, without strain. A teacher can help you find the right one for your voice.
Both give a drone to sing against. The tanpura's plucked strings give a rich, shimmering sound; the surpeti (shruti box) gives a steady, sustained tone. Use whichever you find easier to sing with.
Yes. It is free to use in your browser, with no download or sign-up.
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