👉 Shutes are a type of musical instrument that is often used in jazz and blues genres, particularly in the United States. They are characterized by their distinctive sound and have been popularized through recordings made during the 1930s and 40s. Shutes typically consist of two strings with a metal or wooden body, which are connected to each other using a string bridge. The name "shutter" comes from the fact that they are often used in shuffles or shuffles