Note Block
minecraft:note_blockThe Note Block is a redstone component that plays one of 400 musical tones, chosen from 16 instruments and 25 pitches, based on the block placed directly beneath it and how many times it has been right-clicked.
Uses
- Music and Redstone Contraptions — Chains of Note Blocks driven by redstone circuits are used to build automatic music machines and note-block songs.
- Note Block Farms — Allays gather nearby dropped items for 30 seconds after hearing a Note Block play, enabling automated item-sorting farms.
Found In
- Crafting table — Crafted from any 8 wooden planks surrounding 1 redstone dust.
Drops
- note block× 1
FAQ
What determines a Note Block's sound?
The block placed directly underneath it — for example, wood gives a bass sound, sand gives snare drum, and glass gives hi-hat.
How do I change the pitch of a Note Block?
Right-click (or use it) to cycle through 25 pitches across two octaves; each interaction advances the pitch by one semitone.
Can a Note Block catch fire?
Yes, it is flammable and can catch fire when adjacent to lava or other fire sources.
Do mob heads change the Note Block's sound?
Yes, placing certain mob heads on top of a Note Block makes it play that mob's sound instead of an instrument note.
Tags
- axe_mineable
- overworld
- redstone_component
- flammable