[1] The Yaybahar was inspired by several different instruments, including the Turkish ney, African thunder drum and Australian didgeridoo.

[3] Composer Ian Honeyman described the Yaybahar as "a cello like instrument that uses springs and drums for resonance rather than a wood body".

[5] In its online review, Classic FM described a variety of sounds that the Yaybahar can produce, such as by dragging a mallet across the springs, tapping the ends, and using a bow.

[8] The album "Thar Toinn/Seaborne" (2020) by Irish singer Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh features a Yaybahar played by her husband, musician Billy Mag Fhloinn, on its final track, "Port na bPucaí".

[citation needed] Gary Numan's 2021 album, Intruder, features contributions from Görkhem Sen playing the Yaybahar.