The horse-head qin is a musical instrument of the Mongolian people in China, it is a bowed string instrument and an important part of the Mongolian musical culture. The Horsehead Qin has a unique shape, with a body in the shape of a horse's head, two horse-tailed hair strings pulled on the bow, and a wooden post between the bow and the body, through which the strings are connected to the body. The way the horse head qin is played is also very special, as the player needs to pull the strings with the bow and press the strings with his fingers to change the pitch.

The horse-head fiddle originated in the Mongolian steppe and is one of the most important representatives of Mongolian folk music. It not only plays an important role in the life of the Mongolian people, but also enjoys worldwide fame. The unique sound of the horse-head qin can express the vastness and freedom of the steppe, making people feel as if they were in the middle of the Mongolian steppe.

The production process of the horse-head qin is very complicated and requires many steps to complete. First of all, the maker needs to choose the right wood, usually high-quality pine or sandalwood. Then, according to the shape of the body of the instrument, the wood is cut into the appropriate size and finely trimmed. Next, the maker needs to carve the two sides of the body into the shape of a horse's head, which requires a very high level of carving skill and experience. After the carving, the maker needs to decorate the body of the instrument, and common decorations include colorful paintings and copper inlays. Finally, the maker needs to install the bow and strings, and make adjustments to ensure that the strings are accurately tuned.

The playing technique of the horse-head qin is also very unique, and requires a certain amount of skill and experience on the part of the player. First, the player needs to hold the bow correctly and pull the strings with the correct amount of force. Secondly, the player needs to press the strings with his fingers to change the pitch and tone. In addition, the player needs to master some special techniques such as vibrato, glissando and bowing. Only by mastering these techniques can the player bring out the unique charm of the Ma Touqin.