Cryptic crossword clue
Percussion instrument set, a blaring to get over 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word TABLA

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The straight part
We know that "Percussion instrument" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case percussion instrument = tabla.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TABLA mean?

TABLA noun
  1. A pair of tuned hand drums, used in various musical genres of the Indian subcontinent, that are similar to bongos.

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