This mallet is a comfortable, wood-handled accessory that you can use both with tuning forks and with smaller singing bowls. The head is covered with felt, so it sounds the instrument softly yet clearly. The mallet weighs around 42 grams and is easy to carry, so you can take it along to sessions, on the road or for simple home practice.
Why this mallet is a good choice for you
The felt head protects the tuning fork and the singing bowl while sounding them clearly. With a soft mallet the tone is gentler and rounder than the one a hard object would give. Many people use it with chakra tuning forks and smaller singing bowls in sessions where a softer sound is important. You can quickly learn the right strike — a few tries are enough to feel which strength gives the most beautiful tone.
Where and how to use it
You can use the mallet well at home, in a yoga studio, in session settings and in educational situations. For tuning forks, hold the fork by the stem and strike the lower third of the stem with the mallet. For singing bowls, hold the bowl on your palm or on a cushion and strike the rim or side of the bowl gently with the mallet. A few seconds later the sound spreads through the room.
Material and durability
The handle is made of wood, the head is covered with felt, so it stays durable while remaining light. With proper storage it will serve you reliably for years — keep it in a dry place and protect it from moisture and heat. If the felt wears down over time, it is worth choosing a new mallet, because a bare wooden head can damage the surface of a tuning fork or singing bowl. The 42 gram weight lets you use it comfortably for longer sessions without your hand getting tired.
A tip for use
If you sound a singing bowl, try two ways: striking the rim — this gives a bing tone, and circling smoothly around the outside of the rim — this creates a continuous resonance. For tuning forks, the strike should be short and firm, not strong. A light movement is enough for a clear tone. If you have several singing bowls or tuning forks, the same mallet can be used with all of them.
What to keep in mind
Keep the mallet away from small children, as it can fall or come apart. Do not tap it against hard, slippery surfaces — this can damage the wooden handle. For cleaning, wipe it with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth, no chemicals are needed. It comes to you from India, where similar accessories have been made for tuning fork and singing bowl practice for decades.