When this instrument is played, bardsong grants each party member a total of +3 To Hit & +3 Damage (+4 To Hit & +4 Damage if the bard is 5th-level) with melee and ranged attacks. While performing bardsong, the bard may simultaneously perform a Standard Action (e.g., physically attack, cast spells, perform a Lore check, read scrolls, activate wands, drink potions, etc.)
Musical Instrument
When used by bards, their bardsong grants each party member a total of +1 To Hit & +3 Damage (+2 To Hit & +4 Damage if the bard is 5th-level) to their melee and ranged attacks. The bard may physically attack while playing this instrument and/or initiate one Free Action.