Introduction
The Premium Monolina Monochord in Inverse finish, in F tuning, is the second deepest variant of the Monolina range. The reversed contrast plays a special role: the dark cherry soundboard adds depth and warmth, while the ash frame brings lightness and shimmer. The matching birch stands keep a fine, light contrast.
The F tuning gives the instrument a full, vibrating character – still distinctly bassy, but slightly more open and mobile than the D.
Specifications
- Tuning: F base note (24 overtone strings in f, 5 bass strings in F, 5 fifth strings in c)
- Strings: 34 in total – 24 overtone, 5 bass, 5 fifth strings
- Materials: ash frame; cherry soundboard, back, bridges and handles; birch stands
- Finish: natural hard wax oil
- Origin: Germany, handcrafted
Sound and character
The F-tuned Monolina has a full, vibrating, slightly more grounded character than the higher variants. The cherry soundboard gives a velvety, warm voice, so the sound softly embraces the room. The 24 overtone strings build a fine overtone cloud around the F base note, while the bass and fifth strings provide a stable carrier. Played on opposite sides, the two voices unfold separately: one side meditative and floating, the other grounded and bass-rich.
How to use
The F-tuned Premium Monolina Inverse is ideal for sound work where fullness and vibration matter. It works well in individual sound consultations, sound massage, meditation, yoga and relaxation. Light and compact, it can be held in the lap or placed on the included small round stands close to the client's body.
Why this product
- Reversed, emphatic contrast – the dark soundboard highlights the playing surface
- F tuning: full, vibrating, yet open character
- Cherry-ash-birch combination: warm, rounded, shimmering sound
- Complete accessory kit: 5 bridges, pentatonic major/minor templates, tuner, tuning key, spare strings, monochord scarf
- Hand-built in Germany with natural finishes
Care tips
The monochord sounds its best in a quiet, calm space. Check the tuning regularly with the included tuner. Alternate the two santoor mallets and two felt mallets to draw out different characters; plucking with the fingers gives a closer, more intimate voice.
About Feeltone
Feeltone is a craft instrument workshop in Lassan, northern Germany, founded by Ingo Böhme. For more than two decades they have built monochords, sound beds, sound chairs and ceremonial drums for therapists, sound artists and meditation practitioners. Every instrument is hand-built from certified sustainably sourced wood and finished with natural treatments (hard wax oil).