When playing, the drum frame is supported by the tiger's mouth with both hands, and the center of gravity is on the left hand. All fingers except the thumb can be used for drumming. Due to the different parts and strengths of the fingers striking the drum surface, different sounds of "dong" and "da" can be produced. Shake the drum body to make the small iron ring hit the drum frame, and it can also make a "rustling" sound. Due to the difference in the spread of Dabu, it has formed different playing styles and genres.
The traditional playing techniques mainly include drum heart sound, drum edge sound, palm sound, finger sound, setback sound, and play sound, etc. The sound played is high and low, forming a rich musical language. In addition, the Dabu can also be placed between the legs, and the hands roll to the edge of the drum, making a sound like a bell.

The Uyghur people love Dabu very much, and they can be played by men, women and children. It is an indispensable and important musical instrument in various forms of instrumental ensembles and singing and dancing accompaniment of the Uyghur people. It is often used as a lead instrument and plays a conductor role in coordinating the high, middle, bass and unified rhythm of the band.
In addition to ensemble or accompaniment, you can also play solo. Dabu's timbre is crisp and loud, the sound intensity varies greatly, and the playing skills are flexible and changeable, which can play a role in setting off the atmosphere of various music plots. Solo pieces include "Harvest" and so on. Famous performers include Abuliz Akshi and so on.
Uzbek dabs are similar to Uyghur dabs in appearance, production and playing method. Whether in the Uyghurs or the Uzbeks, dabs are usually played by men.
In the vast land in the north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, every Rozi Festival, Eid al-Adha, harvest, assembly or wedding festive days. People's happy smiles can be seen everywhere, and moving dab sounds can be heard everywhere.