Description
The note block is a small interactive musical block that plays a single musical tone when activated. Players use it to make simple tunes, to add sound cues in adventure maps and to build working musical instruments inside the game. Each note block can be tuned to different pitches by right clicking it and the pitch changes step by step which allows players to create melodies by placing many blocks together. The block reacts to redstone power so you can trigger it with buttons, pressure plates and redstone circuits which makes it useful for alarm systems and for decorative soundscapes around a base. Because note blocks keep their pitch until retuned they can be used as stable sound markers that help players navigate or that mark particular rooms. Many players like to combine note blocks with trapdoors and different instrument blocks under the note block to change the instrument sound which means ideas for music are only limited by patience and creativity. The note block is small and cheap to craft which makes it ideal for playful builds, interactive maps and for adding personality to a home.
What is Note Block?
A note block is a block that can play a musical tone when it gets power. It can be tuned to different pitches and set off by redstone or by players to create music or sound markers. It is a simple way to add audio to your builds.
Where to find Note Block
Note blocks are usually crafted by players rather than found naturally. They are common in player bases and in adventure maps where designers want to add audio cues and simple melodies.
How to get Note Block
Craft a note block using wood planks and redstone dust at a crafting table. In creative mode you can place them directly from the inventory. Tune the block by right clicking it and use redstone to trigger it.
Release Information
First introduced: Note block was added early to let players add musical features to their worlds
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:note_block 64
How to use Note Block
Use note blocks to make melodies, to create door chimes and to signal locations. Combine many note blocks together to form songs and use redstone repeaters to time notes accurately. Place different blocks under the note block to change the instrument sound and experiment with timing until the music plays correctly.
Recipes for Note Block
Shaped Crafting Items must be placed in a specific pattern in a crafting table
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Redstone
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Oak Planks
Note Block