👉 Leuds, also known as "leuks" in Swedish and "leeuks" in Dutch, is a type of musical instrument that was popularized by the 19th-century Swedish composer György Ligeti. It consists of three strings (usually double bass) and one or two violins, with each string playing at different pitches, creating a unique sound. The term "leuds" comes from the word "leuks," which means "wooden"