Half a centimetre larger, a noticeably rounder tone
The roughly 10.5 cm rim does not seem like a big difference compared with the 10 cm version, yet it brings a slightly fuller, rounder chime. You receive a small bowl that not only signals but also fills its surroundings for a short moment.
Situations in which you will come to love it
We recommend it to you for desk meditation, breathing practice and as a gentle signal in a yoga class. Because of the fuller chime it is also clearly audible on a larger desk or in a living room, without being disturbingly loud. It serves teachers and instructors well as a focus tool.
Size and handling
The rim is just at a size that can be comfortably encircled with two fingers, and yet it still rests well in the palm too. You may place it on a desk or a shelf at any time, or on a soft pad so that the tone can unfold more beautifully.
Playing – tap or circling
Tapping gently with a wooden-tipped mallet gives you a clear, ringing tone. If you wish for a longer ring, circle the rim slowly with a fabric-wrapped mallet, with even pressure. After a few tries you already hold the continuous tone confidently.
Simple maintenance
Wipe with a dry, soft cloth after use. Do not use chemical cleaners. Small traces of hand work on the surface are natural parts of the traditional finish. Because of its small size it is worth storing it wrapped in a soft cloth on a shelf or in a desk drawer, so that it does not bump into other objects. Keep it protected from dust, away from direct sunlight and damp rooms. Years later you will receive the same clear, full chime, provided you guard the rim from impact and only touch it with a gentle mallet movement at the moment of playing.