Notes that sing between sky and earth
The kalimba is an instrument of African origin played by plucking with the thumbs. This 17-key piece has a body crafted from American purpleheart wood, whose natural deep violet-burgundy hue matures beautifully with time. The high-quality wood delivers a warm, bright and balanced tone, while its strong resonance carries steadily.
Seventeen engraved notes
The 17 notes form a C-major scale, and each key is carefully engraved with its note marking to guide you. This is particularly kind to beginners: you need not worry about which note you have struck, because the engraving always shows. The shape and thickness of the keys ensure that your thumbs do not tire even after long play.
Comfortable grip, flat form
The 18 x 12.5 x 2.3 centimetre flat, thickened design is built specifically for comfort. The instrument sits securely in your palm, and the playing surface is easily reached. If you have never played a kalimba before, you can learn the basic notes within a few hours and play familiar melodies within a few days.
A versatile accessory set
The package contains a tuning hammer, note-marker stickers, a cleaning cloth, a hard case, a dust cover and a pickup for connecting the kalimba to an amplifier or recorder. The last is especially welcome if you wish to record your home playing or simply experiment with the sound in an app.
An instrument for a lifetime
Purpleheart wood is exceptionally durable, so this piece may stay with you for many years. Many say that the kalimba is the instrument that most easily sets a person on the path of musical discovery. If you long for a simple yet deep experience, this 17-key piece is exactly what you seek.