Musical instrument classification
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In organology, the study of musical instruments, many methods of classifying instruments exist. Most methods are specific to a particular cultural group and were developed to serve that culture's musical needs. Culture-based classification methods sometimes break down when applied outside that culture. For example, a classification based on instrument use may fail when applied to another culture that uses the same instrument differently.
Grouping musical instruments

In the study of Western music, the most common classification method divides instruments into the following groups:
- String instruments (often subdivided between plucked and bowed instruments);
- Wind instruments (often subdivided between woodwinds and brass);
- Percussion instruments; and
- Electronic instruments
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