Requinto jarocho

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requinto jarocho

A requinto jarocho with plastic and metal strings
String instrument
Classification	(plucked)
Hornbostel–Sachs classification	(Composite chordophone)
Developed	16th century
Related instruments
Bowed and plucked string instruments
Sound sample

The requinto jarocho or guitarra de son is plucked string instrument, played usually with a special pick. It is a four- or five-stringed instrument that has originated from Veracruz, Mexico. The requinto is used in conjunto jarocho ensembles. In the absence of the arpa, the requinto typically introduces the melodic theme of the son and then continues by providing a largely improvised counterpoint to the vocal line.