Introduction
The Premium Monolina Monochord in Ebony & Ivory finish, in G tuning, brings the clear, glassy character that many sound practitioners regard as the most universal voice of the Monolina range. The deep, dark wenge frame paired with the soft, light maple soundboard echoes the dialogue of Paul McCartney's „Ebony and Ivory” – black and white, masculine and feminine, yin and yang. Instead of protected ivory and rare ebony, the workshop uses sustainably sourced wenge and maple to create that same contrast.
G tuning is the most popular for a reason: deep enough to feel the vibration in the body, bright enough to let the overtones shimmer.
Specifications
- Tuning: G base note (24 overtone strings in g, 5 bass strings in G, 5 fifth strings in d)
- Strings: 34 in total – 24 overtone, 5 bass, 5 fifth strings
- Materials: wenge frame, stands and bridges; maple handles, soundboard and back
- Finish: natural hard wax oil
- Origin: Germany, handcrafted
Sound and character
The G-tuned Monolina has a crystal-clear, radiant and open voice. Many find it the most universal choice: neither too low nor too high, it fits most meditative and therapeutic settings. The denser wenge body adds mass, so the vibration sustains longer and travels deeper into the room. The 24 overtone strings build a fine, shimmering overtone cloud around the G base note, while the bass and fifth strings provide a stable foundation.
How to use
The G-tuned Premium Monolina is an excellent choice for individual and group sound work, meditation, yoga sessions, sound massage and relaxation. It is light and portable – use it in your lap or on the included small round stands close to the body. Therapists often work near the client's chest, back or head, letting the vibration gently move through the body.
Why this product
- Unique premium wood pairing (wenge + maple), with striking visual character
- G tuning: the most universal, crystal-clear voice
- 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 Monolina unfolds 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: the felt mallets give a soft, cushioned resonance, the santoor mallets a brighter, bell-like sound. Plucking with your fingers brings 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).